Badpada - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Badpada is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Banei and around 68 km from Sundargarh. Narendra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badpada is 385121. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 770038 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Badpada 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 Badpada
According to the 2011 Census, Badpada village had a total population of 138 people, including 61 males and 77 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,262 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.81%, with male literacy at 81.48% and female literacy at 65.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 137.
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 | 138 | 61 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 7 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 60 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 44 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 17 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Badpada
Badpada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Turipada | North-West | 0.51 km |
| Tikraposh | South | 0.89 km |
| Bijadihi | North-West | 1.20 km |
| Bada-turamara | East | 1.43 km |
| Jibika | North | 1.48 km |
| Bandodihi | East | 2.03 km |
| Jharbeda | South | 2.31 km |
| Dhatikiposh | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Narendra | East | 2.51 km |
| Jibikaposh | North-East | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badpada
Public transport in the Badpada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bimlagarh Junction, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Badpada is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Badpada is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badpada 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 Badpada
Where is Badpada located?
Badpada village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Badpada is Narendra.
What is the pincode of Badpada?
The pincode of Badpada is 770038.
What is the population of Badpada?
Badpada had a total population of 138, including 61 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Badpada?
Badpada had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badpada was 72.81%. Male literacy was 81.48% and female literacy was 65.00%.