Badphatamunda - Tarbha, Sonepur
Badphatamunda is a village situated in the Tarbha tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from Tarbha and around 50 km from Subarnapur. Kumbharmunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badphatamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badphatamunda is 419764. The village covers a total geographical area of 132 hectares and falls under the 767016 pincode. Tarbha is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Badphatamunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badphatamunda
As per Census 2011, Badphatamunda village has a total population of 296 people, consisting of 147 males and 149 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 173 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badphatamunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 296 | 147 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 99 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 48 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Badphatamunda
Badphatamunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raikeda | West | 1.11 km |
| Runjphatamunda | East | 1.12 km |
| Kumbharmunda | South-East | 1.14 km |
| Pandakimal | North | 1.65 km |
| Badjor | East | 2.33 km |
| Lembupali | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Chheliadungri | North | 2.62 km |
| Jamkani Jungle | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Barandabahal | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Pol Bandh | South-West | 2.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badphatamunda
Badphatamunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Balangir, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarbha to Badphatamunda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Badphatamunda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badphatamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badphatamunda 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 Badphatamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badphatamunda 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 Badphatamunda
Where is Badphatamunda located?
Badphatamunda village is located in Tarbha Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badphatamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Badphatamunda is Kumbharmunda.
What is the pincode of Badphatamunda?
The pincode of Badphatamunda is 767016.
What is the population of Badphatamunda?
Badphatamunda has a total population of 296, including 147 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Badphatamunda?
There are 75 households in Badphatamunda.
What is the literacy rate in Badphatamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badphatamunda is 58.45%. Male literacy is 67.35% and female literacy is 49.66%.