Budhakhol - Kantamal, Boudh
Budhakhol is a village situated in the Kantamal tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Kantamal and around 95 km from Baudh. Baragaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhakhol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhakhol is 417763. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 762017 pincode. Tarbha is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Budhakhol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantamal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhakhol
According to the 2011 Census, Budhakhol village had a total population of 116 people, including 58 males and 58 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.94%, with male literacy at 62.22% and female literacy at 36.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 116.
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 | 116 | 58 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 58 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 30 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Budhakhol
Budhakhol 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 Budhakhol
Budhakhol 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarbha to Budhakhol is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Budhakhol is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhakhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhakhol 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Budhakhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhakhol 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 Budhakhol
Where is Budhakhol located?
Budhakhol village is located in Kantamal Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhakhol?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhakhol is Baragaon.
What is the pincode of Budhakhol?
The pincode of Budhakhol is 762017.
What is the population of Budhakhol?
Budhakhol had a total population of 116, including 58 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Budhakhol?
Budhakhol had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhakhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhakhol was 48.94%. Male literacy was 62.22% and female literacy was 36.73%.