Badmal - Biramitrapur, Sundargarh
Badmal is a village situated in the Biramitrapur tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 43 km from Raiboga and around 125 km from Sundargarh. Andali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badmal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badmal is 384290. The village covers a total geographical area of 447 hectares and falls under the 770036 pincode. Biramitrapur is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Biramitrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badmal
As per Census 2011, Badmal village has a total population of 1,079 people, consisting of 546 males and 533 females. The village has 249 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 642 literate and 437 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 950 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badmal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,079 | 546 | 533 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 69 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 950 | 477 | 473 |
| Literate Population | 642 | 362 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 437 | 184 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Badmal
Badmal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Goppur | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Andali | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Dulavpur | North | 3.13 km |
| Dongabandh | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Rangabira | South-West | 3.52 km |
| Jhamankera | North-East | 3.64 km |
| Pandurisila | South | 3.72 km |
| Jhunumur | East | 3.72 km |
| Kadammunda | South | 4.21 km |
| Bartoli | East | 4.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badmal
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Badmal. The nearest railway station is Biramitrapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Biramitrapur to Badmal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Badmal is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. 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 2-5 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badmal
Where is Badmal located?
Badmal village is located in Biramitrapur Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badmal?
The Gram Panchayat of Badmal is Andali.
What is the pincode of Badmal?
The pincode of Badmal is 770036.
What is the population of Badmal?
Badmal has a total population of 1,079, including 546 males and 533 females.
How many households are there in Badmal?
There are 249 households in Badmal.
What is the literacy rate in Badmal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badmal is 59.50%. Male literacy is 66.30% and female literacy is 52.53%.