Budhirani - Baliapal, Balasore
Budhirani is a village situated in the Baliapal tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from Singla and around 50 km from Baleshwar. Saudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhirani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhirani is 392292. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 756024 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Budhirani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhirani
According to the 2011 Census, Budhirani village had a total population of 272 people, including 136 males and 136 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.37%, with male literacy at 78.69% and female literacy at 63.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 231, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 272 | 136 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 111 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 96 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 40 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Budhirani
Budhirani 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 Budhirani
Budhirani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Budhirani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Budhirani is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhirani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhirani 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Budhirani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhirani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Budhirani
Where is Budhirani located?
Budhirani village is located in Baliapal Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Budhirani?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhirani is Saudi.
What is the pincode of Budhirani?
The pincode of Budhirani is 756024.
What is the population of Budhirani?
Budhirani had a total population of 272, including 136 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Budhirani?
Budhirani had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhirani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhirani was 71.37%. Male literacy was 78.69% and female literacy was 63.87%.