Brudipada - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Brudipada is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Jajespanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Brudipada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brudipada is 416393. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Brudipada 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 Brudipada
As per Census 2011, Brudipada village has a total population of 398 people, consisting of 226 males and 172 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 761 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 250 literate and 148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 340 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Brudipada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 398 | 226 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 340 | 192 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 157 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 69 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Brudipada
Brudipada 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 Brudipada
Public transport in the Brudipada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Phulabani to Brudipada is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Brudipada is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Brudipada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brudipada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Brudipada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brudipada 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 Brudipada
Where is Brudipada located?
Brudipada village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Brudipada?
The Gram Panchayat of Brudipada is Jajespanga.
What is the pincode of Brudipada?
The pincode of Brudipada is 762011.
What is the population of Brudipada?
Brudipada has a total population of 398, including 226 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Brudipada?
There are 57 households in Brudipada.
What is the literacy rate in Brudipada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brudipada is 62.81%. Male literacy is 69.47% and female literacy is 54.07%.