Budakhunta - Oupada, Balasore
Budakhunta is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Oupada and around 58 km from Baleshwar. Badapokhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budakhunta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budakhunta is 393334. The village covers a total geographical area of 111 hectares and falls under the 756047 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Budakhunta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budakhunta
According to the 2011 Census, Budakhunta village had a total population of 917 people, including 465 males and 452 females, living in 165 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.66%, with male literacy at 72.54% and female literacy at 52.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 481.
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 | 917 | 465 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 79 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 481 | 235 | 246 |
| Literate Population | 475 | 280 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 442 | 185 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Budakhunta
Budakhunta 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 Budakhunta
Budakhunta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Soro to Budakhunta is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Budakhunta is about 58 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 Budakhunta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budakhunta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Budakhunta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budakhunta 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 Budakhunta
Where is Budakhunta located?
Budakhunta village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Budakhunta?
The Gram Panchayat of Budakhunta is Badapokhari.
What is the pincode of Budakhunta?
The pincode of Budakhunta is 756047.
What is the population of Budakhunta?
Budakhunta had a total population of 917, including 465 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Budakhunta?
Budakhunta had 165 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budakhunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budakhunta was 62.66%. Male literacy was 72.54% and female literacy was 52.42%.