Budukeju - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Budukeju is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Badabanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budukeju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budukeju is 417390. The village covers a total geographical area of 269 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Budukeju village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budukeju
As per Census 2011, Budukeju village has a total population of 270 people, consisting of 137 males and 133 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 108 literate and 162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 260 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budukeju are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 270 | 137 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 260 | 129 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 61 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 76 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Budukeju
Budukeju 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 Budukeju
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Budukeju.
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Budukeju is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Budukeju is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budukeju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budukeju 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 Budukeju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budukeju 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 Budukeju
Where is Budukeju located?
Budukeju village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budukeju?
The Gram Panchayat of Budukeju is Badabanga.
What is the pincode of Budukeju?
The pincode of Budukeju is 762104.
What is the population of Budukeju?
Budukeju has a total population of 270, including 137 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Budukeju?
There are 55 households in Budukeju.
What is the literacy rate in Budukeju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budukeju is 40.00%. Male literacy is 44.53% and female literacy is 35.34%.