Budhisahi - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Budhisahi is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Sangrampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhisahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhisahi is 398255. The village covers a total geographical area of 302 hectares and falls under the 754108 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Budhisahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhisahi
As per Census 2011, Budhisahi village has a total population of 2,091 people, consisting of 1,083 males and 1,008 females. The village has 498 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 194 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,673 literate and 418 illiterate residents. Additionally, 283 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhisahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,091 | 1,083 | 1,008 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 101 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 | 140 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,673 | 928 | 745 |
| Illiterate Population | 418 | 155 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Budhisahi
Budhisahi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Achhutapur | South-West | 1.30 km |
| Nalo | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Chanarpur | North | 1.47 km |
| Kundeswar | West | 1.59 km |
| Sangrampur | East | 1.96 km |
| Gogala | South | 2.00 km |
| Gopalpur | East | 2.19 km |
| Salijanga | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Garam | North | 2.65 km |
| Kalio | South | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhisahi
Budhisahi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jhankad Sarala Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.0 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 Jagatsinghapur to Budhisahi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhisahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhisahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Budhisahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhisahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Budhisahi
Where is Budhisahi located?
Budhisahi village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhisahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhisahi is Sangrampur.
What is the pincode of Budhisahi?
The pincode of Budhisahi is 754108.
What is the population of Budhisahi?
Budhisahi has a total population of 2,091, including 1,083 males and 1,008 females.
How many households are there in Budhisahi?
There are 498 households in Budhisahi.
What is the literacy rate in Budhisahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhisahi is 80.01%. Male literacy is 85.69% and female literacy is 73.91%.