Badagan
Badagan is a village located in Ramachandi tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Ramachandi (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Badagaon is the gram panchayat of Badagan village.
Here you can discover what makes Badagan unique in its vibrant Ramachandi-Puri region. You’ll see Badagan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Badagan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badagan is 409533. The village spans a total geographical area of 265 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752002. Puri is nearest town to Badagan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Badagan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Badagan
Population of Badagan
According to the 2011 Census, Badagan has a total population of about 1,503, with approximately 743 males and 760 females. The sex ratio is around 1022 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 134 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 240 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.78%, with male literacy at about 80.89% and female literacy near 72.76%. There are around 301 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Badagan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,503 | 743 | 760 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 71 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 121 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,154 | 601 | 553 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 142 | 207 |
Connectivity of Badagan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badagan. As per the 2011 stats, Badagan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Badagan
Knowing the nearby villages of Badagan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badagan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badagan
- Where is Badagan located?
- Badagan village is situated in Ramachandi Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badagan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Badagan is Badagaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Badagan?
- The pincode of Badagan is 752002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Badagan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badagan is 1,503, with 743 males and 760 females.
- How many households are there in Badagan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badagan village has a total of 301 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badagan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badagan is 76.78%. The male literacy rate is 80.89%, while the female literacy rate is 72.76%.