Budukakhol - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Budukakhol is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Chakapad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budukakhol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budukakhol is 416048. The village covers a total geographical area of 167 hectares and falls under the 762028 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Budukakhol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budukakhol
As per Census 2011, Budukakhol village has a total population of 157 people, consisting of 77 males and 80 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 90 literate and 67 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 82 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budukakhol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 157 | 77 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 39 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 58 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 19 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Budukakhol
Budukakhol 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 Budukakhol
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Budukakhol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Budukakhol is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Budukakhol is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budukakhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budukakhol 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 Budukakhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budukakhol 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 Budukakhol
Where is Budukakhol located?
Budukakhol village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budukakhol?
The Gram Panchayat of Budukakhol is Chakapad.
What is the pincode of Budukakhol?
The pincode of Budukakhol is 762028.
What is the population of Budukakhol?
Budukakhol has a total population of 157, including 77 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Budukakhol?
There are 39 households in Budukakhol.
What is the literacy rate in Budukakhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budukakhol is 57.32%. Male literacy is 75.32% and female literacy is 40.00%.