Badameridi - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Badameridi is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kanabai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badameridi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badameridi is 425455. The village covers a total geographical area of 174 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Badameridi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badameridi
According to the 2011 Census, Badameridi village had a total population of 164 people, including 80 males and 84 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,050 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.36%, with male literacy at 35.48% and female literacy at 17.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 161.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 164 | 80 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 78 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 22 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 58 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Badameridi
Badameridi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Badameridi
Public transport in the Badameridi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gunupur to Badameridi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Badameridi is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badameridi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badameridi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badameridi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badameridi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badameridi
Where is Badameridi located?
Badameridi village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badameridi?
The Gram Panchayat of Badameridi is Kanabai.
What is the pincode of Badameridi?
The pincode of Badameridi is 765019.
What is the population of Badameridi?
Badameridi had a total population of 164, including 80 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Badameridi?
Badameridi had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badameridi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badameridi was 26.36%. Male literacy was 35.48% and female literacy was 17.91%.