Badalikata - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Badalikata is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Hanumantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badalikata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badalikata is 425107. The village covers a total geographical area of 240 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Badalikata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badalikata
According to the 2011 Census, Badalikata village had a total population of 183 people, including 90 males and 93 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.03%, with male literacy at 41.43% and female literacy at 27.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 174.
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 | 183 | 90 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 85 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 29 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 61 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Badalikata
Badalikata 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 Badalikata
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Badalikata.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudari to Badalikata is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Badalikata is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badalikata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badalikata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badalikata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badalikata 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 Badalikata
Where is Badalikata located?
Badalikata village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badalikata?
The Gram Panchayat of Badalikata is Hanumantpur.
What is the pincode of Badalikata?
The pincode of Badalikata is 765020.
What is the population of Badalikata?
Badalikata had a total population of 183, including 90 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Badalikata?
Badalikata had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badalikata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badalikata was 34.03%. Male literacy was 41.43% and female literacy was 27.03%.