Badhabhuin - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Badhabhuin is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 185 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Talbahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhabhuin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhabhuin is 384951. The village covers a total geographical area of 708 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Badhabhuin 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 Badhabhuin
According to the 2011 Census, Badhabhuin village had a total population of 1,071 people, including 563 males and 508 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.37%, with male literacy at 54.67% and female literacy at 30.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,007.
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 | 1,071 | 563 | 508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 124 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,007 | 532 | 475 |
| Literate Population | 363 | 240 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 708 | 323 | 385 |
Nearby Villages of Badhabhuin
Badhabhuin 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deogharia | West | 1.53 km |
| Tantabahal | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Ladapani | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Kilinda | North | 2.11 km |
| Talbahali | West | 2.80 km |
| Badnuagaon | North | 3.32 km |
| Siliguda | North-East | 3.39 km |
| Sanjala | South-West | 3.79 km |
| Kardakudar | North-West | 4.11 km |
| Barghat | West | 4.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badhabhuin
Public transport in the Badhabhuin is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barsuan, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Badhabhuin is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Badhabhuin is about 185 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badhabhuin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhabhuin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badhabhuin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhabhuin 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badhabhuin
Where is Badhabhuin located?
Badhabhuin village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badhabhuin?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhabhuin is Talbahali.
What is the pincode of Badhabhuin?
The pincode of Badhabhuin is 770040.
What is the population of Badhabhuin?
Badhabhuin had a total population of 1,071, including 563 males and 508 females.
How many households are there in Badhabhuin?
Badhabhuin had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhabhuin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhabhuin was 43.37%. Male literacy was 54.67% and female literacy was 30.90%.