Budhibahal - Barkot, Deogarh
Budhibahal is a village situated in the Barkot tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Debagarh and around 20 km from Debagarh. Kandhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhibahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhibahal is 382651. The village covers a total geographical area of 90 hectares and falls under the 768108 pincode. Debagarh is the nearest town, located about 107 km away.
Budhibahal 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 Budhibahal
According to the 2011 Census, Budhibahal village had a total population of 256 people, including 125 males and 131 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.94%, with male literacy at 81.58% and female literacy at 60.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 76.
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 | 256 | 125 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 33 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 93 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 32 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Budhibahal
Budhibahal 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 Budhibahal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Budhibahal.
| 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 Budhibahal is about 107 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Budhibahal is about 20 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 Budhibahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhibahal 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Budhibahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhibahal 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 Budhibahal
Where is Budhibahal located?
Budhibahal village is located in Barkot Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Budhibahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhibahal is Kandhal.
What is the pincode of Budhibahal?
The pincode of Budhibahal is 768108.
What is the population of Budhibahal?
Budhibahal had a total population of 256, including 125 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Budhibahal?
Budhibahal had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhibahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhibahal was 70.94%. Male literacy was 81.58% and female literacy was 60.83%.