Badiguda - Gudari, Rayagada
Badiguda is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Asada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badiguda is 426932. The village covers a total geographical area of 471 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Badiguda 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 Badiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Badiguda village had a total population of 612 people, including 291 males and 321 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 1,103 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.50%, with male literacy at 71.72% and female literacy at 54.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 337.
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 | 612 | 291 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 47 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 41 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 337 | 158 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 320 | 175 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 116 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Badiguda
Badiguda 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 Badiguda
Badiguda 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 5-10 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 Badiguda is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Badiguda is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badiguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badiguda
Where is Badiguda located?
Badiguda village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Badiguda is Asada.
What is the pincode of Badiguda?
The pincode of Badiguda is 765026.
What is the population of Badiguda?
Badiguda had a total population of 612, including 291 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Badiguda?
Badiguda had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badiguda was 62.50%. Male literacy was 71.72% and female literacy was 54.10%.