Badamundi - Padmapur, Rayagada
Badamundi is a village situated in the Padmapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padmapur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Jatili serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badamundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badamundi is 427128. The village covers a total geographical area of 1316 hectares and falls under the 765025 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Badamundi 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 Badamundi
According to the 2011 Census, Badamundi village had a total population of 126 people, including 62 males and 64 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.46%, with male literacy at 55.32% and female literacy at 18.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 122.
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 | 126 | 62 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 60 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 26 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 36 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Badamundi
Badamundi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sourabikramapur | West | 2.44 km |
| Kandharela | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Nuagan | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Labba | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Rela | North | 3.17 km |
| Engarba | South | 3.30 km |
| Titimiri | East | 3.45 km |
| Meri Panga | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Ambabadi | South | 4.53 km |
| Duriguda | North-East | 4.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badamundi
Badamundi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gunupur, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.4 km.
| 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 Gunupur to Badamundi is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Badamundi is about 80 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 Badamundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badamundi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badamundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badamundi 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 Badamundi
Where is Badamundi located?
Badamundi village is located in Padmapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badamundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Badamundi is Jatili.
What is the pincode of Badamundi?
The pincode of Badamundi is 765025.
What is the population of Badamundi?
Badamundi had a total population of 126, including 62 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Badamundi?
Badamundi had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badamundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badamundi was 36.46%. Male literacy was 55.32% and female literacy was 18.37%.