Budamal - Padampur, Bargarh
Budamal is a village situated in the Padampur tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from Burden and around 89 km from Bargarh. Budamal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budamal is 380017. The village covers a total geographical area of 575 hectares and falls under the 768036 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Budamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budamal
As per Census 2011, Budamal village has a total population of 1,330 people, consisting of 662 males and 668 females. The village has 334 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 798 literate and 532 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 129 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budamal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,330 | 662 | 668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 83 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 86 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 67 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 798 | 471 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 191 | 341 |
Nearby Villages of Budamal
Budamal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Guthurla | South-East | 1.96 km |
| Bandupali | West | 2.26 km |
| Keutenbahali | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Sampia | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Birhipali | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Phirupali | North-West | 3.24 km |
| Bheluapadar | South | 3.60 km |
| Dangaghat | North | 3.77 km |
| Tetelkhunti | South-West | 3.82 km |
| Gadbhati | West | 4.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budamal
Public transport in the Budamal is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Loisingha, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padmapur to Budamal is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Budamal is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budamal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Budamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budamal 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 Budamal
Where is Budamal located?
Budamal village is located in Padampur Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budamal?
Budamal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Budamal?
The pincode of Budamal is 768036.
What is the population of Budamal?
Budamal has a total population of 1,330, including 662 males and 668 females.
How many households are there in Budamal?
There are 334 households in Budamal.
What is the literacy rate in Budamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budamal is 60.00%. Male literacy is 71.15% and female literacy is 48.95%.