Badibahal - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Badibahal is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Jarda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badibahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badibahal is 385029. The village covers a total geographical area of 375 hectares and falls under the 770043 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Badibahal 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 Badibahal
According to the 2011 Census, Badibahal village had a total population of 171 people, including 82 males and 89 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.63%, with male literacy at 87.01% and female literacy at 68.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 127.
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 | 171 | 82 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 5 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 59 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 67 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 15 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Badibahal
Badibahal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Budelbahal | East | 1.68 km |
| Jarda | North | 1.71 km |
| Salebhadi | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Kurmloikela | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Baghiajungle | South | 2.42 km |
| Burda | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Sudaloi | West | 2.72 km |
| Janda | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Bandabahal | North-West | 3.27 km |
| Dolesara | West | 3.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badibahal
Badibahal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tangarmunda, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.6 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 Badibahal is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Badibahal is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badibahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badibahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badibahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badibahal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badibahal
Where is Badibahal located?
Badibahal village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badibahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Badibahal is Jarda.
What is the pincode of Badibahal?
The pincode of Badibahal is 770043.
What is the population of Badibahal?
Badibahal had a total population of 171, including 82 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Badibahal?
Badibahal had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badibahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badibahal was 77.63%. Male literacy was 87.01% and female literacy was 68.00%.