Badu - Ramanaguda, Rayagada
Badu is a village situated in the Ramanaguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from Gunupur and around 100 km from Rayagada . Sundhidhamuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badu is 426678. The village covers a total geographical area of 167 hectares and falls under the 765029 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Badu 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 Badu
According to the 2011 Census, Badu village had a total population of 78 people, including 39 males and 39 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.33%, with male literacy at 39.39% and female literacy at 27.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 72.
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 | 78 | 39 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 26 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Badu
Badu 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 Badu
Public transport in the Badu 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 Gunupur to Badu is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Badu is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badu 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badu
Where is Badu located?
Badu village is located in Ramanaguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badu?
The Gram Panchayat of Badu is Sundhidhamuni.
What is the pincode of Badu?
The pincode of Badu is 765029.
What is the population of Badu?
Badu had a total population of 78, including 39 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Badu?
Badu had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badu was 33.33%. Male literacy was 39.39% and female literacy was 27.27%.