Budhakhamana - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Budhakhamana is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Khamankhol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhakhamana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhakhamana is 416497. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Budhakhamana 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 Budhakhamana
As per Census 2011, Budhakhamana village has a total population of 17 people, consisting of 6 males and 11 females. The village has 5 households and a sex ratio of 1,833 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7 literate and 10 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhakhamana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 3 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Budhakhamana
Budhakhamana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singulagam | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Kacharlai | South | 1.29 km |
| Kiranagan | South-East | 1.33 km |
| Mutabali | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Changurabali | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Darusingula | West | 2.60 km |
| Khamanakhola | South | 2.74 km |
| Kilokina | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Raipanga | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Ghodabali | West | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhakhamana
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Budhakhamana. The nearest railway station is Deogan Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.4 km.
| 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 Sonapur to Budhakhamana is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Budhakhamana is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhakhamana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhakhamana 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 Budhakhamana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhakhamana 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Budhakhamana
Where is Budhakhamana located?
Budhakhamana village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhakhamana?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhakhamana is Khamankhol.
What is the pincode of Budhakhamana?
The pincode of Budhakhamana is 762110.
What is the population of Budhakhamana?
Budhakhamana has a total population of 17, including 6 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Budhakhamana?
There are 5 households in Budhakhamana.
What is the literacy rate in Budhakhamana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhakhamana is 41.18%. Male literacy is 50.00% and female literacy is 36.36%.