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
As per Census 2011, Badagoratha village has a total population of 610 people, consisting of 316 males and 294 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 224 literate and 386 illiterate residents. Additionally, 246 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 357 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badagoratha are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 610, including 316 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Badagoratha?
There are 140 households in Badagoratha.
What is the literacy rate in Badagoratha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badagoratha is 36.72%. Male literacy is 47.78% and female literacy is 24.83%.