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
As per Census 2011, Badibahal village has a total population of 171 people, consisting of 82 males and 89 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,085 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 118 literate and 53 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 127 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badibahal are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 171, including 82 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Badibahal?
There are 53 households in Badibahal.
What is the literacy rate in Badibahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badibahal is 69.01%. Male literacy is 81.71% and female literacy is 57.30%.