Budang - Tihidi, Bhadrak
Budang is a village situated in the Tihidi tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tihidi and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Bhadrak. Dolasahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budang is 395113. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 756130 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Budang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhamnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budang
According to the 2011 Census, Budang village had a total population of 534 people, including 267 males and 267 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.88%, with male literacy at 95.74% and female literacy at 84.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 534 | 267 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 32 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 48 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 435 | 225 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 42 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Budang
Budang 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 Budang
Budang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Budang is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Budang is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Budang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Budang
Where is Budang located?
Budang village is located in Tihidi Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Budang?
The Gram Panchayat of Budang is Dolasahi.
What is the pincode of Budang?
The pincode of Budang is 756130.
What is the population of Budang?
Budang had a total population of 534, including 267 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Budang?
Budang had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budang was 89.88%. Male literacy was 95.74% and female literacy was 84.34%.