Budhakhaman - Barkot, Deogarh
Budhakhaman is a village situated in the Barkot tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Barkot and around 46 km from Debagarh. Bamparda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhakhaman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhakhaman is 382954. The village covers a total geographical area of 883 hectares and falls under the 768110 pincode. Debagarh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Budhakhaman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhakhaman
As per Census 2011, Budhakhaman village has a total population of 949 people, consisting of 480 males and 469 females. The village has 228 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 638 literate and 311 illiterate residents. Additionally, 269 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 159 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhakhaman are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 949 | 480 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 57 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 139 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 83 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 638 | 357 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 311 | 123 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Budhakhaman
Budhakhaman 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sibagrampur | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Goilmara | West | 2.45 km |
| Patrapali | North | 2.60 km |
| Bamparda | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Haripur | South | 2.65 km |
| Laxmipur | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Udayapur | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Nuapetpura | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Pabitrapur | South | 3.51 km |
| Lalitamohanpur | North | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhakhaman
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Budhakhaman. The nearest railway station is Barsuan, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Debagarh to Budhakhaman is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Budhakhaman is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhakhaman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhakhaman village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Budhakhaman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhakhaman village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Budhakhaman
Where is Budhakhaman located?
Budhakhaman village is located in Barkot Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhakhaman?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhakhaman is Bamparda.
What is the pincode of Budhakhaman?
The pincode of Budhakhaman is 768110.
What is the population of Budhakhaman?
Budhakhaman has a total population of 949, including 480 males and 469 females.
How many households are there in Budhakhaman?
There are 228 households in Budhakhaman.
What is the literacy rate in Budhakhaman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhakhaman is 67.23%. Male literacy is 74.38% and female literacy is 59.91%.