Badmal (Badmal Ratna) - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Badmal (Badmal Ratna) is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rairakhol and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Bansajal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badmal (Badmal Ratna) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badmal (Badmal Ratna) is 382410. The village covers a total geographical area of 173 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Badmal (Badmal Ratna) 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 Badmal (Badmal Ratna)
As per Census 2011, Badmal (Badmal Ratna) village has a total population of 592 people, consisting of 296 males and 296 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 408 literate and 184 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badmal (Badmal Ratna) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 592 | 296 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 38 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 15 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 234 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 62 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Badmal (Badmal Ratna)
Badmal (Badmal Ratna) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gadakhol | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Helei | North-West | 2.80 km |
| Sarapal | West | 3.83 km |
| Bijakhaman | South-East | 3.97 km |
| Kusarimunda | North | 4.11 km |
| Telsingh | South-West | 4.31 km |
| Tal | South-East | 4.52 km |
| Pandaripathar | South-East | 4.91 km |
| Damgarh | East | 5.18 km |
| Musakata | North-West | 5.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badmal (Badmal Ratna)
Badmal (Badmal Ratna) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rairakhol, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Redhakhol to Badmal (Badmal Ratna) is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Badmal (Badmal Ratna) is about 75 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 Badmal (Badmal Ratna)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badmal (Badmal Ratna) 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badmal (Badmal Ratna)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badmal (Badmal Ratna) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badmal (Badmal Ratna)
Where is Badmal (Badmal Ratna) located?
Badmal (Badmal Ratna) village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badmal (Badmal Ratna)?
The Gram Panchayat of Badmal (Badmal Ratna) is Bansajal.
What is the pincode of Badmal (Badmal Ratna)?
The pincode of Badmal (Badmal Ratna) is 768106.
What is the population of Badmal (Badmal Ratna)?
Badmal (Badmal Ratna) has a total population of 592, including 296 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Badmal (Badmal Ratna)?
There are 136 households in Badmal (Badmal Ratna).
What is the literacy rate in Badmal (Badmal Ratna)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badmal (Badmal Ratna) is 68.92%. Male literacy is 79.05% and female literacy is 58.78%.