Budamunda - Belpara, Balangir
Budamunda is a village situated in the Belpara tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belpara and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Kapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budamunda is 420909. The village covers a total geographical area of 453 hectares and falls under the 767026 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Budamunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budamunda
As per Census 2011, Budamunda village has a total population of 641 people, consisting of 331 males and 310 females. The village has 162 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 197 literate and 444 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 395 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budamunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 641 | 331 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 43 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 395 | 208 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 143 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 444 | 188 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Budamunda
Budamunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kapani | South | 2.08 km |
| Tara | West | 2.77 km |
| Chhuinara | South-West | 2.99 km |
| Turlamal | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Malijhar | South | 3.92 km |
| Dunguriguda | South | 4.30 km |
| Chakamal | North-East | 4.35 km |
| Khalia | North | 4.67 km |
| Patrapali | South-West | 4.71 km |
| Mundodarha | South-East | 4.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budamunda
Budamunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Turekala Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patnagarh to Budamunda is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Budamunda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budamunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Budamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budamunda 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 Budamunda
Where is Budamunda located?
Budamunda village is located in Belpara Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Budamunda is Kapani.
What is the pincode of Budamunda?
The pincode of Budamunda is 767026.
What is the population of Budamunda?
Budamunda has a total population of 641, including 331 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in Budamunda?
There are 162 households in Budamunda.
What is the literacy rate in Budamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budamunda is 30.73%. Male literacy is 43.20% and female literacy is 17.42%.