Badnuagaon - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Badnuagaon 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 26 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Talbahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badnuagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badnuagaon is 384946. The village covers a total geographical area of 584 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 91 km away.
Badnuagaon 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 Badnuagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Badnuagaon village had a total population of 590 people, including 292 males and 298 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.51%, with male literacy at 56.47% and female literacy at 34.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 563.
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 | 590 | 292 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 60 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 563 | 281 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 131 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 382 | 161 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Badnuagaon
Badnuagaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kilinda | South | 1.24 km |
| Tantabahal | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Kardakudar | West | 2.45 km |
| Damalu | North-East | 2.55 km |
| San-nuagaon | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Siliguda | East | 3.16 km |
| Badhabhuin | South | 3.32 km |
| Deogharia | South | 3.34 km |
| Talbahali | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Landamunda | North-West | 3.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badnuagaon
Public transport in the Badnuagaon 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 85.7 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 Badnuagaon is about 91 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Badnuagaon is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badnuagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badnuagaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badnuagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badnuagaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badnuagaon
Where is Badnuagaon located?
Badnuagaon village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badnuagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Badnuagaon is Talbahali.
What is the pincode of Badnuagaon?
The pincode of Badnuagaon is 770040.
What is the population of Badnuagaon?
Badnuagaon had a total population of 590, including 292 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Badnuagaon?
Badnuagaon had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badnuagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badnuagaon was 45.51%. Male literacy was 56.47% and female literacy was 34.22%.