Buduni - Mohana, Gajapati
Buduni is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Baghamari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Buduni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buduni is 413909. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 761217 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Buduni 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 Buduni
According to the 2011 Census, Buduni village had a total population of 120 people, including 56 males and 64 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,143 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.68%, with male literacy at 84.09% and female literacy at 64.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 119.
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 | 120 | 56 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 55 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 19 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Buduni
Buduni 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 Buduni
Public transport in the Buduni is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Digapahandi to Buduni is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Buduni is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Buduni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buduni 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 Buduni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buduni 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 Buduni
Where is Buduni located?
Buduni village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Buduni?
The Gram Panchayat of Buduni is Baghamari.
What is the pincode of Buduni?
The pincode of Buduni is 761217.
What is the population of Buduni?
Buduni had a total population of 120, including 56 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Buduni?
Buduni had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Buduni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buduni was 73.68%. Male literacy was 84.09% and female literacy was 64.71%.