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
According to the 2011 Census, Budakamba village had a total population of 152 people, including 71 males and 81 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,141 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.42%, with male literacy at 86.89% and female literacy at 52.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 151.
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 | 152 | 71 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 152, including 71 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Budakamba?
Budakamba had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budakamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budakamba was 68.42%. Male literacy was 86.89% and female literacy was 52.78%.