Badmal - Ulunda, Sonepur
Badmal is a village situated in the Ulunda tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Ulunda and around 25 km from Subarnapur. Panchamahala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badmal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badmal is 419162. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 767062 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 27 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 Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badmal
As per Census 2011, Badmal village has a total population of 314 people, consisting of 165 males and 149 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 225 literate and 89 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 66 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badmal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 314 | 165 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 128 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 37 | 52 |
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
Badmal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Badmal is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Badmal is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badmal
Where is Badmal located?
Badmal village is located in Ulunda Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badmal?
The Gram Panchayat of Badmal is Panchamahala.
What is the pincode of Badmal?
The pincode of Badmal is 767062.
What is the population of Badmal?
Badmal has a total population of 314, including 165 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Badmal?
There are 79 households in Badmal.
What is the literacy rate in Badmal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badmal is 71.66%. Male literacy is 77.58% and female literacy is 65.10%.