Badamatru - Kashipur, Rayagada
Badamatru is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Godiballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badamatru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badamatru is 425916. The village covers a total geographical area of 99 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Badamatru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badamatru
According to the 2011 Census, Badamatru village had a total population of 237 people, including 118 males and 119 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 13.64%, with male literacy at 20.20% and female literacy at 7.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 173.
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 | 237 | 118 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 28 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 90 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 20 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 98 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Badamatru
Badamatru 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 Badamatru
Public transport in the Badamatru is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Badamatru.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Badamatru is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Badamatru is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badamatru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badamatru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badamatru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badamatru 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 Badamatru
Where is Badamatru located?
Badamatru village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badamatru?
The Gram Panchayat of Badamatru is Godiballi.
What is the pincode of Badamatru?
The pincode of Badamatru is 765015.
What is the population of Badamatru?
Badamatru had a total population of 237, including 118 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Badamatru?
Badamatru had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badamatru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badamatru was 13.64%. Male literacy was 20.20% and female literacy was 7.07%.