Budulipada - Mohana, Gajapati
Budulipada is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from Adva and around 146 km from Paralakhemundi. Dengaskhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budulipada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budulipada is 413619. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 761015 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Budulipada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budulipada
According to the 2011 Census, Budulipada village had a total population of 47 people, including 24 males and 23 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.73%, with male literacy at 29.41% and female literacy at 30.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 47.
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 | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 19 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Budulipada
Budulipada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Durgapeta | South-East | 1.04 km |
| Hataganda | West | 1.14 km |
| Buduli | East | 1.56 km |
| Randasingi | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Dengaskhal | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Jungleblock No-43 | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Debakua | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Hadupadara | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Kantapadar | South | 3.31 km |
| Pilipaju | South | 3.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budulipada
Public transport in the Budulipada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gunupur, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.0 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 Digapahandi to Budulipada is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Budulipada is about 146 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budulipada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budulipada 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 Budulipada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budulipada 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 Budulipada
Where is Budulipada located?
Budulipada village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budulipada?
The Gram Panchayat of Budulipada is Dengaskhal.
What is the pincode of Budulipada?
The pincode of Budulipada is 761015.
What is the population of Budulipada?
Budulipada had a total population of 47, including 24 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Budulipada?
Budulipada had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budulipada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budulipada was 29.73%. Male literacy was 29.41% and female literacy was 30.00%.