Badagoratha - Gudari, Rayagada
Badagoratha is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Khariguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badagoratha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badagoratha is 426879. The village covers a total geographical area of 1422 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Badagoratha 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 Badagoratha
According to the 2011 Census, Badagoratha village had a total population of 610 people, including 316 males and 294 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.24%, with male literacy at 57.20% and female literacy at 28.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 246, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 357.
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 | 610 | 316 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 52 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 127 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 357 | 183 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 151 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 386 | 165 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Badagoratha
Badagoratha 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 Badagoratha
Badagoratha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Badagoratha is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Badagoratha is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badagoratha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badagoratha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badagoratha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badagoratha 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 Badagoratha
Where is Badagoratha located?
Badagoratha village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badagoratha?
The Gram Panchayat of Badagoratha is Khariguda.
What is the pincode of Badagoratha?
The pincode of Badagoratha is 765026.
What is the population of Badagoratha?
Badagoratha had a total population of 610, including 316 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Badagoratha?
Badagoratha had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badagoratha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badagoratha was 43.24%. Male literacy was 57.20% and female literacy was 28.74%.