Badapurunapani - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Badapurunapani is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 160 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Badpuranapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badapurunapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badapurunapani is 384845. The village covers a total geographical area of 365 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Badapurunapani 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 Badapurunapani
As per Census 2011, Badapurunapani village has a total population of 815 people, consisting of 392 males and 423 females. The village has 192 households and a sex ratio of 1,079 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 445 literate and 370 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 676 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badapurunapani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 815 | 392 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 55 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 42 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 676 | 318 | 358 |
| Literate Population | 445 | 279 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 113 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Badapurunapani
Badapurunapani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mishrapali | South-East | 1.58 km |
| Samardari | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Bandhananali | South | 1.80 km |
| Budhikutuni | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Gudhiali | East | 2.00 km |
| Saradhapur | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Juniani | North | 2.80 km |
| Surupatla | South | 2.88 km |
| Rajamunda | East | 2.89 km |
| Tibupada | North-East | 2.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badapurunapani
Badapurunapani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 70.3 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 Badapurunapani is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Badapurunapani is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badapurunapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badapurunapani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badapurunapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badapurunapani 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badapurunapani
Where is Badapurunapani located?
Badapurunapani village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badapurunapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Badapurunapani is Badpuranapani.
What is the pincode of Badapurunapani?
The pincode of Badapurunapani is 770040.
What is the population of Badapurunapani?
Badapurunapani has a total population of 815, including 392 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Badapurunapani?
There are 192 households in Badapurunapani.
What is the literacy rate in Badapurunapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badapurunapani is 54.60%. Male literacy is 71.17% and female literacy is 39.24%.