Badnuagaon - Lathikata, Sundargarh
Badnuagaon is a village situated in the Lathikata tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lathikata and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Balani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badnuagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badnuagaon is 384639. The village covers a total geographical area of 359 hectares and falls under the 770037 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 23 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 Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badnuagaon
As per Census 2011, Badnuagaon village has a total population of 1,406 people, consisting of 708 males and 698 females. The village has 344 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 197 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 963 literate and 443 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 544 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badnuagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,406 | 708 | 698 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 102 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 56 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 544 | 262 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 963 | 516 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 192 | 251 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sannuatoli | North | 1.45 km |
| Timjore | South | 1.61 km |
| Balani | East | 1.71 km |
| Sanbhulta | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Gopadihi | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Badbhulta | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Ataghat | North | 3.09 km |
| Arbajharabahal | West | 3.16 km |
| Jadakudar | West | 3.61 km |
| Kulamunda | East | 4.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badnuagaon
Badnuagaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lathikata, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Badnuagaon is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Badnuagaon is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badnuagaon
Where is Badnuagaon located?
Badnuagaon village is located in Lathikata Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badnuagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Badnuagaon is Balani.
What is the pincode of Badnuagaon?
The pincode of Badnuagaon is 770037.
What is the population of Badnuagaon?
Badnuagaon has a total population of 1,406, including 708 males and 698 females.
How many households are there in Badnuagaon?
There are 344 households in Badnuagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Badnuagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badnuagaon is 68.49%. Male literacy is 72.88% and female literacy is 64.04%.