Badkuda - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Badkuda is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rairakhol and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Badbahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badkuda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badkuda is 382464. The village covers a total geographical area of 569 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Badkuda 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 Badkuda
According to the 2011 Census, Badkuda village had a total population of 597 people, including 296 males and 301 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.30%, with male literacy at 89.20% and female literacy at 65.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 597 | 296 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 46 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 23 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 223 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 73 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Badkuda
Badkuda 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 Badkuda
Badkuda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Badkuda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Badkuda is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Badkuda is about 81 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 Badkuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badkuda 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 Badkuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badkuda 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 Badkuda
Where is Badkuda located?
Badkuda village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badkuda?
The Gram Panchayat of Badkuda is Badbahal.
What is the pincode of Badkuda?
The pincode of Badkuda is 768106.
What is the population of Badkuda?
Badkuda had a total population of 597, including 296 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Badkuda?
Badkuda had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badkuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badkuda was 77.30%. Male literacy was 89.20% and female literacy was 65.90%.