Budamaha - K. Nuagaon, Kandhamal
Budamaha is a village situated in the K. Nuagaon tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from Sarangagarh and around 81 km from Phulbani. Gadaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budamaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budamaha is 416189. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 762102 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Budamaha 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 Budamaha
As per Census 2011, Budamaha village has a total population of 34 people, consisting of 18 males and 16 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 16 literate and 18 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budamaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 7 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Budamaha
Budamaha 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 Budamaha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Budamaha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Budamaha is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Budamaha is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budamaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budamaha 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 Budamaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budamaha 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 Budamaha
Where is Budamaha located?
Budamaha village is located in K. Nuagaon Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budamaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Budamaha is Gadaguda.
What is the pincode of Budamaha?
The pincode of Budamaha is 762102.
What is the population of Budamaha?
Budamaha has a total population of 34, including 18 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Budamaha?
There are 10 households in Budamaha.
What is the literacy rate in Budamaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budamaha is 47.06%. Male literacy is 61.11% and female literacy is 31.25%.