Badhunjharia - Lephripara, Sundargarh
Badhunjharia is a village situated in the Lephripara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lephripara and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Giringkela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badhunjharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badhunjharia is 383644. The village covers a total geographical area of 149 hectares and falls under the 770012 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Badhunjharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badhunjharia
According to the 2011 Census, Badhunjharia village had a total population of 457 people, including 217 males and 240 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 1,106 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.48%, with male literacy at 86.84% and female literacy at 76.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 434.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Badhunjharia
Badhunjharia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Badhunjharia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Badhunjharia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Sundargarh to Badhunjharia is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badhunjharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badhunjharia 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 Badhunjharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badhunjharia 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 Badhunjharia
Where is Badhunjharia located?
Badhunjharia village is located in Lephripara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badhunjharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Badhunjharia is Giringkela.
What is the pincode of Badhunjharia?
The pincode of Badhunjharia is 770012.
What is the population of Badhunjharia?
Badhunjharia had a total population of 457, including 217 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Badhunjharia?
Badhunjharia had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badhunjharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badhunjharia was 81.48%. Male literacy was 86.84% and female literacy was 76.74%.