Buradanga - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Buradanga is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 39 km from Brahmanigaon and around 162 km from Phulbani. Kumbharigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Buradanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buradanga is 417335. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 762021 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Buradanga 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 Buradanga
According to the 2011 Census, Buradanga village had a total population of 35 people, including 17 males and 18 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.17%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 47.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 9 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Buradanga
Buradanga 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 Buradanga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Buradanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Buradanga is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Buradanga is about 162 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Buradanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buradanga 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 Buradanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buradanga 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 Buradanga
Where is Buradanga located?
Buradanga village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Buradanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Buradanga is Kumbharigaon.
What is the pincode of Buradanga?
The pincode of Buradanga is 762021.
What is the population of Buradanga?
Buradanga had a total population of 35, including 17 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Buradanga?
Buradanga had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Buradanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buradanga was 55.17%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 47.06%.