Badulpani - Baragaon, Sundargarh
Badulpani is a village situated in the Baragaon tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baragaon and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Bamdera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badulpani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badulpani is 384139. The village covers a total geographical area of 357 hectares and falls under the 770016 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Badulpani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badulpani
According to the 2011 Census, Badulpani village had a total population of 349 people, including 173 males and 176 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.72%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 63.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 274.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 349 | 173 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 274 | 135 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 116 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 57 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Badulpani
Badulpani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Geleibahal | South-West | 2.33 km |
| Naktikachhar | North | 2.78 km |
| Rangamati | East | 3.10 km |
| Timna | South-West | 4.84 km |
| Behrainbasu | West | 5.13 km |
| Bamdera | West | 5.35 km |
| Kadopani | North-East | 5.59 km |
| Nuagaon | East | 5.72 km |
| Gatigorha | North-East | 5.99 km |
| Ekma | South-West | 6.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badulpani
Public transport in the Badulpani is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sogra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sundargarh to Badulpani is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Badulpani is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badulpani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badulpani 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badulpani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badulpani 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badulpani
Where is Badulpani located?
Badulpani village is located in Baragaon Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badulpani?
The Gram Panchayat of Badulpani is Bamdera.
What is the pincode of Badulpani?
The pincode of Badulpani is 770016.
What is the population of Badulpani?
Badulpani had a total population of 349, including 173 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Badulpani?
Badulpani had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badulpani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badulpani was 71.72%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 63.82%.