Badmal Jungle - Biramaharajpur, Sonepur
Badmal Jungle is a village situated in the Biramaharajpur tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Biramaharajpur and around 40 km from Subarnapur. Bahalpadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badmal Jungle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badmal Jungle is 419253. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 767018 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Badmal Jungle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badmal Jungle
According to the 2011 Census, Badmal Jungle village had a total population of 31 people, including 16 males and 15 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.43%, with male literacy at 33.33% and female literacy at 27.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
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 | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 12 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Badmal Jungle
Badmal Jungle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malidadar | North | 0.59 km |
| Badmal | South | 1.41 km |
| Dadarpali | West | 1.41 km |
| Dadarpalijungle | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Kesalgaon | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Goudgad | North | 1.78 km |
| Bahal Padar | East | 1.97 km |
| Balimal | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Khairmal Jungle | West | 2.25 km |
| Kendupali | West | 2.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badmal Jungle
Badmal Jungle 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 Charmal, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Badmal Jungle is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Badmal Jungle is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badmal Jungle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badmal Jungle 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 Jungle
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 Jungle 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 Jungle
Where is Badmal Jungle located?
Badmal Jungle village is located in Biramaharajpur Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badmal Jungle?
The Gram Panchayat of Badmal Jungle is Bahalpadar.
What is the pincode of Badmal Jungle?
The pincode of Badmal Jungle is 767018.
What is the population of Badmal Jungle?
Badmal Jungle had a total population of 31, including 16 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Badmal Jungle?
Badmal Jungle had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badmal Jungle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badmal Jungle was 30.43%. Male literacy was 33.33% and female literacy was 27.27%.