Badsahir - Jujomura, Sambalpur
Badsahir is a village situated in the Jujomura tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jujomura and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Ghenupali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badsahir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badsahir is 382110. The village covers a total geographical area of 764 hectares and falls under the 768105 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Badsahir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badsahir
As per Census 2011, Badsahir village has a total population of 1,845 people, consisting of 916 males and 929 females. The village has 452 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,188 literate and 657 illiterate residents. Additionally, 306 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 691 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badsahir are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,845 | 916 | 929 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 88 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 150 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 691 | 346 | 345 |
| Literate Population | 1,188 | 667 | 521 |
| Illiterate Population | 657 | 249 | 408 |
Nearby Villages of Badsahir
Badsahir 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 Badsahir
Badsahir is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Badsahir.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sambalpur to Badsahir is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badsahir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badsahir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badsahir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badsahir 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Badsahir
Where is Badsahir located?
Badsahir village is located in Jujomura Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badsahir?
The Gram Panchayat of Badsahir is Ghenupali.
What is the pincode of Badsahir?
The pincode of Badsahir is 768105.
What is the population of Badsahir?
Badsahir has a total population of 1,845, including 916 males and 929 females.
How many households are there in Badsahir?
There are 452 households in Badsahir.
What is the literacy rate in Badsahir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badsahir is 64.39%. Male literacy is 72.82% and female literacy is 56.08%.