Badgaon - Banei, Sundargarh
Badgaon is a village situated in the Banei tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banei and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Bonaikela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgaon is 385198. The village covers a total geographical area of 438 hectares and falls under the 770051 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Badgaon 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 Badgaon
As per Census 2011, Badgaon village has a total population of 890 people, consisting of 454 males and 436 females. The village has 218 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 590 literate and 300 illiterate residents. Additionally, 295 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 253 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 890 | 454 | 436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 70 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 154 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 253 | 137 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 590 | 325 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 129 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Badgaon
Badgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barabeda | West | 1.99 km |
| Tendra | South | 2.10 km |
| Boneikela | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Deoposh | North | 2.37 km |
| Gilly | West | 2.39 km |
| Purunapani | East | 3.15 km |
| Jangla | East | 3.22 km |
| Phalsaghat | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Kantasara | North-West | 3.70 km |
| Jambhiriposh | West | 4.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badgaon
Badgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barsuan, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.3 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 Raurkela to Badgaon is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Badgaon is about 30 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 Badgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badgaon 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 Badgaon
Where is Badgaon located?
Badgaon village is located in Banei Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Badgaon is Bonaikela.
What is the pincode of Badgaon?
The pincode of Badgaon is 770051.
What is the population of Badgaon?
Badgaon has a total population of 890, including 454 males and 436 females.
How many households are there in Badgaon?
There are 218 households in Badgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Badgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgaon is 66.29%. Male literacy is 71.59% and female literacy is 60.78%.