Badapankala - Gudari, Rayagada
Badapankala is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Siriguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badapankala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badapankala is 426871. The village covers a total geographical area of 826 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Badapankala 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 Badapankala
According to the 2011 Census, Badapankala village had a total population of 519 people, including 254 males and 265 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.01%, with male literacy at 29.73% and female literacy at 13.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 505.
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 | 519 | 254 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 69 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 505 | 243 | 262 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 55 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 199 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Badapankala
Badapankala 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 Badapankala
Public transport in the Badapankala 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 Badapankala is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Badapankala is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badapankala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badapankala 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badapankala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badapankala 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 Badapankala
Where is Badapankala located?
Badapankala village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badapankala?
The Gram Panchayat of Badapankala is Siriguda.
What is the pincode of Badapankala?
The pincode of Badapankala is 765026.
What is the population of Badapankala?
Badapankala had a total population of 519, including 254 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Badapankala?
Badapankala had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badapankala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badapankala was 21.01%. Male literacy was 29.73% and female literacy was 13.33%.