Brudakia - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Brudakia is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gumikia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Brudakia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brudakia is 416782. The village covers a total geographical area of 171 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 118 km away.
Brudakia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Brudakia
As per Census 2011, Brudakia village has a total population of 117 people, consisting of 54 males and 63 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 1,166 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 23 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Brudakia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 117 | 54 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 53 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 44 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Brudakia
Brudakia 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 Brudakia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Brudakia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Phulabani to Brudakia is about 118 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Brudakia is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Brudakia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brudakia 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 Brudakia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brudakia 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 Brudakia
Where is Brudakia located?
Brudakia village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Brudakia?
The Gram Panchayat of Brudakia is Gumikia.
What is the pincode of Brudakia?
The pincode of Brudakia is 762103.
What is the population of Brudakia?
Brudakia has a total population of 117, including 54 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Brudakia?
There are 23 households in Brudakia.
What is the literacy rate in Brudakia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brudakia is 19.66%. Male literacy is 18.52% and female literacy is 20.63%.