Budhachhapar - Khaprakhol, Balangir
Budhachhapar is a village situated in the Khaprakhol tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khaprakhol and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Tankapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhachhapar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhachhapar is 420743. The village covers a total geographical area of 273 hectares and falls under the 767028 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Budhachhapar 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 Budhachhapar
As per Census 2011, Budhachhapar village has a total population of 624 people, consisting of 286 males and 338 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 1,181 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 219 literate and 405 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 450 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhachhapar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 624 | 286 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 35 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 450 | 205 | 245 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 130 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 156 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Budhachhapar
Budhachhapar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sunamudi | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Tankapani | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Sareibahal | West | 3.21 km |
| Bartia | North-East | 3.68 km |
| Masina | South-East | 4.34 km |
| Jharbandha | North-West | 4.35 km |
| Sangurjibhata | South | 5.31 km |
| Lahadun Guri | North-East | 5.53 km |
| Jalgarh | North | 5.69 km |
| Sahajpani | South-East | 5.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhachhapar
Budhachhapar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Lakhna, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Patnagarh to Budhachhapar is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Budhachhapar is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhachhapar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhachhapar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Budhachhapar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhachhapar 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 Budhachhapar
Where is Budhachhapar located?
Budhachhapar village is located in Khaprakhol Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhachhapar?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhachhapar is Tankapani.
What is the pincode of Budhachhapar?
The pincode of Budhachhapar is 767028.
What is the population of Budhachhapar?
Budhachhapar has a total population of 624, including 286 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Budhachhapar?
There are 158 households in Budhachhapar.
What is the literacy rate in Budhachhapar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhachhapar is 35.10%. Male literacy is 45.45% and female literacy is 26.33%.