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
As per Census 2011, Budakhunta village has a total population of 917 people, consisting of 465 males and 452 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 475 literate and 442 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 481 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budakhunta are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 917, including 465 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Budakhunta?
There are 165 households in Budakhunta.
What is the literacy rate in Budakhunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budakhunta is 51.80%. Male literacy is 60.22% and female literacy is 43.14%.