Badahuma - Gudari, Rayagada
Badahuma is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sanahuma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badahuma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badahuma is 427014. The village covers a total geographical area of 476 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Badahuma 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 Badahuma
According to the 2011 Census, Badahuma village had a total population of 428 people, including 186 males and 242 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 1,301 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.13%, with male literacy at 84.57% and female literacy at 52.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 133.
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 | 428 | 186 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 8 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 59 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 137 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 49 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Badahuma
Badahuma 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 Badahuma
Badahuma 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 Gudari to Badahuma is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Badahuma is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badahuma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badahuma 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badahuma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badahuma 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 Badahuma
Where is Badahuma located?
Badahuma village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badahuma?
The Gram Panchayat of Badahuma is Sanahuma.
What is the pincode of Badahuma?
The pincode of Badahuma is 765026.
What is the population of Badahuma?
Badahuma had a total population of 428, including 186 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Badahuma?
Badahuma had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badahuma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badahuma was 66.13%. Male literacy was 84.57% and female literacy was 52.11%.