Badbaurkela - Banei, Sundargarh
Badbaurkela is a village situated in the Banei tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banei and around 175 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Govindpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badbaurkela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badbaurkela is 385138. The village covers a total geographical area of 278 hectares and falls under the 770051 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Badbaurkela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badbaurkela
As per Census 2011, Badbaurkela village has a total population of 880 people, consisting of 433 males and 447 females. The village has 252 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 613 literate and 267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 226 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 211 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badbaurkela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 880 | 433 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 62 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 119 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 96 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 613 | 329 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 104 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Badbaurkela
Badbaurkela 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanbaurkela | South-West | 1.14 km |
| Pandua | East | 1.30 km |
| Beldihi | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Gudhiali | North | 1.35 km |
| Gamhadihi | North | 1.49 km |
| Alekhpur | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Govindpur | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Patrapali | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Kurdapali | West | 2.14 km |
| Dareikala | East | 2.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badbaurkela
Badbaurkela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bimlagarh Junction, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Badbaurkela is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Badbaurkela is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badbaurkela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badbaurkela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badbaurkela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badbaurkela 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badbaurkela
Where is Badbaurkela located?
Badbaurkela village is located in Banei Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badbaurkela?
The Gram Panchayat of Badbaurkela is Govindpur.
What is the pincode of Badbaurkela?
The pincode of Badbaurkela is 770051.
What is the population of Badbaurkela?
Badbaurkela has a total population of 880, including 433 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Badbaurkela?
There are 252 households in Badbaurkela.
What is the literacy rate in Badbaurkela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badbaurkela is 69.66%. Male literacy is 75.98% and female literacy is 63.53%.