Badkhalia - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Badkhalia is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Tikiba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badkhalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badkhalia is 381954. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Badkhalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badkhalia
As per Census 2011, Badkhalia village has a total population of 167 people, consisting of 71 males and 96 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 1,352 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 83 literate and 84 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 96 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badkhalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 167 | 71 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 42 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 28 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Badkhalia
Badkhalia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ardapal | East | 0.92 km |
| Tikiba | North | 2.17 km |
| Kendeikhol | North-East | 2.61 km |
| Amblang | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Chinimahul | East | 2.93 km |
| Rankibahal | North | 3.31 km |
| Kendeimal | North-East | 3.55 km |
| Kuagola | East | 3.56 km |
| Kasada | North | 3.89 km |
| Bandhamal | North-West | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badkhalia
Public transport in the Badkhalia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sason, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.4 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 Kochinda to Badkhalia is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Badkhalia 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 Badkhalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badkhalia 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 Badkhalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badkhalia 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 Badkhalia
Where is Badkhalia located?
Badkhalia village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badkhalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Badkhalia is Tikiba.
What is the pincode of Badkhalia?
The pincode of Badkhalia is 768107.
What is the population of Badkhalia?
Badkhalia has a total population of 167, including 71 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Badkhalia?
There are 45 households in Badkhalia.
What is the literacy rate in Badkhalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badkhalia is 49.70%. Male literacy is 60.56% and female literacy is 41.67%.