Badhunjharia
Badhunjharia is a village located in Lephripara tehsil of Sundargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Lephripara (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Sundargarh. As per 2009 stats, Giringkela is the gram panchayat of Badhunjharia village.
Here you can discover what makes Badhunjharia unique in its vibrant Lephripara-Sundargarh region. You’ll see Badhunjharia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Badhunjharia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Badhunjharia is 383644. The village spans a total geographical area of 149 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 770012. Sundargarh is nearest town to Badhunjharia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Badhunjharia village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Badhunjharia
Population of Badhunjharia
According to the 2011 Census, Badhunjharia has a total population of about 457, with approximately 217 males and 240 females. The sex ratio is around 1105 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 52 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 434. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.21%, with male literacy at about 76.04% and female literacy near 68.75%. There are around 129 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Badhunjharia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 457 | 217 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 434 | 206 | 228 |
| Literate Population | 330 | 165 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 52 | 75 |
Connectivity of Badhunjharia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Badhunjharia. As per the 2011 stats, Badhunjharia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Badhunjharia
Knowing the nearby villages of Badhunjharia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Badhunjharia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badhunjharia
- Where is Badhunjharia located?
- Badhunjharia village is situated in Lephripara Tehsil, within the Sundargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Badhunjharia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Badhunjharia is Giringkela (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Badhunjharia?
- The pincode of Badhunjharia is 770012, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Badhunjharia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Badhunjharia is 457, with 217 males and 240 females.
- How many households are there in Badhunjharia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Badhunjharia village has a total of 129 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Badhunjharia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Badhunjharia is 72.21%. The male literacy rate is 76.04%, while the female literacy rate is 68.75%.