Budamaha - Raikia, Kandhamal
Budamaha is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mandakia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budamaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budamaha is 417526. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 22 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 605 people, consisting of 356 males and 249 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 699 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 465 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 481 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budamaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 605 | 356 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 42 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 481 | 284 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 465 | 320 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 36 | 104 |
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
Budamaha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Budamaha is about 60 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 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 2-5 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 Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budamaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Budamaha is Mandakia.
What is the pincode of Budamaha?
The pincode of Budamaha is 762101.
What is the population of Budamaha?
Budamaha has a total population of 605, including 356 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Budamaha?
There are 71 households in Budamaha.
What is the literacy rate in Budamaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budamaha is 76.86%. Male literacy is 89.89% and female literacy is 58.23%.