Budakamba - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Budakamba is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Phringia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budakamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budakamba is 416374. The village covers a total geographical area of 151 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Budakamba 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 Budakamba
As per Census 2011, Budakamba village has a total population of 152 people, consisting of 71 males and 81 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,140 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 91 literate and 61 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budakamba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 152 | 71 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 151 | 70 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 53 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 18 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Budakamba
Budakamba 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 Budakamba
Public transport in the Budakamba 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 Budakamba is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Budakamba is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budakamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budakamba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Budakamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budakamba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Budakamba
Where is Budakamba located?
Budakamba village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budakamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Budakamba is Phringia.
What is the pincode of Budakamba?
The pincode of Budakamba is 762011.
What is the population of Budakamba?
Budakamba has a total population of 152, including 71 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Budakamba?
There are 30 households in Budakamba.
What is the literacy rate in Budakamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budakamba is 59.87%. Male literacy is 74.65% and female literacy is 46.91%.