Badjharan - Banei, Sundargarh
Badjharan is a village situated in the Banei tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Tikaetpali and around 24 km from Sundargarh. Kasada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badjharan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badjharan is 385084. The village covers a total geographical area of 14 hectares and falls under the 770051 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Badjharan 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 Badjharan
As per Census 2011, Badjharan village has a total population of 55 people, consisting of 28 males and 27 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2 literate and 53 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badjharan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 27 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Badjharan
Badjharan 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 Badjharan
Badjharan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Raurkela to Badjharan is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Badjharan is about 24 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 Badjharan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badjharan 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 Badjharan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badjharan 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 Badjharan
Where is Badjharan located?
Badjharan village is located in Banei Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badjharan?
The Gram Panchayat of Badjharan is Kasada.
What is the pincode of Badjharan?
The pincode of Badjharan is 770051.
What is the population of Badjharan?
Badjharan has a total population of 55, including 28 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Badjharan?
There are 12 households in Badjharan.
What is the literacy rate in Badjharan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badjharan is 3.64%. Male literacy is 3.57% and female literacy is 3.70%.