Budhaberama - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Budhaberama is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 168 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Ora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhaberama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhaberama is 417207. The village covers a total geographical area of 201 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 135 km away.
Budhaberama 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 Budhaberama
According to the 2011 Census, Budhaberama village had a total population of 153 people, including 78 males and 75 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.68%, with male literacy at 74.58% and female literacy at 43.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 150.
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 | 153 | 78 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 150 | 76 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 44 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 34 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Budhaberama
Budhaberama 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 Budhaberama
Budhaberama is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Rayagada to Budhaberama is about 135 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Budhaberama is about 168 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhaberama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhaberama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Budhaberama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhaberama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Budhaberama
Where is Budhaberama located?
Budhaberama village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Budhaberama?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhaberama is Ora.
What is the pincode of Budhaberama?
The pincode of Budhaberama is 762105.
What is the population of Budhaberama?
Budhaberama had a total population of 153, including 78 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Budhaberama?
Budhaberama had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhaberama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhaberama was 58.68%. Male literacy was 74.58% and female literacy was 43.55%.