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
As per Census 2011, Budhirani village has a total population of 272 people, consisting of 136 males and 136 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 172 literate and 100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 231 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhirani are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 272, including 136 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Budhirani?
There are 56 households in Budhirani.
What is the literacy rate in Budhirani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhirani is 63.24%. Male literacy is 70.59% and female literacy is 55.88%.