Badbhahal - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Badbhahal is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rairakhol and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Badbahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badbhahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badbhahal is 382437. The village covers a total geographical area of 181 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Badbhahal 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 Badbhahal
According to the 2011 Census, Badbhahal village had a total population of 409 people, including 225 males and 184 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 818 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.61%, with male literacy at 91.96% and female literacy at 80.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) 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 | 409 | 225 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 26 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 317 | 183 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 42 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Badbhahal
Badbhahal 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 Badbhahal
Badbhahal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Badbhahal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Redhakhol to Badbhahal is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Badbhahal is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badbhahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badbhahal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badbhahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badbhahal 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 Badbhahal
Where is Badbhahal located?
Badbhahal village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badbhahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Badbhahal is Badbahal.
What is the pincode of Badbhahal?
The pincode of Badbhahal is 768106.
What is the population of Badbhahal?
Badbhahal had a total population of 409, including 225 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Badbhahal?
Badbhahal had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badbhahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badbhahal was 86.61%. Male literacy was 91.96% and female literacy was 80.24%.