Badmal - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Badmal is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rairakhol and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Burda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badmal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badmal is 382390. The village covers a total geographical area of 377 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Badmal 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
According to the 2011 Census, Badmal village had a total population of 371 people, including 176 males and 195 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 1,108 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.27%, with male literacy at 92.05% and female literacy at 71.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 83.
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 | 371 | 176 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 25 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 139 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 37 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Badmal
Badmal 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 Badmal
Public transport in the Badmal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Badmal.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Redhakhol to Badmal is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Badmal is about 79 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 Badmal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badmal 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badmal
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 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 Badmal
Where is Badmal located?
Badmal village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badmal?
The Gram Panchayat of Badmal is Burda.
What is the pincode of Badmal?
The pincode of Badmal is 768106.
What is the population of Badmal?
Badmal had a total population of 371, including 176 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Badmal?
Badmal had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badmal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badmal was 81.27%. Male literacy was 92.05% and female literacy was 71.34%.