Budakumba - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Budakumba is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 126 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Tumudibandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budakumba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budakumba is 416952. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 762109 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 97 km away.
Budakumba 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 Budakumba
As per Census 2011, Budakumba village has a total population of 350 people, consisting of 181 males and 169 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 56 literate and 294 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 329 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budakumba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 350 | 181 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 329 | 170 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 43 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 138 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Budakumba
Budakumba 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 Budakumba
Budakumba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Budakumba.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Budakumba is about 97 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Budakumba is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budakumba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budakumba 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Budakumba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budakumba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Budakumba
Where is Budakumba located?
Budakumba village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budakumba?
The Gram Panchayat of Budakumba is Tumudibandh.
What is the pincode of Budakumba?
The pincode of Budakumba is 762109.
What is the population of Budakumba?
Budakumba has a total population of 350, including 181 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Budakumba?
There are 70 households in Budakumba.
What is the literacy rate in Budakumba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budakumba is 16.00%. Male literacy is 23.76% and female literacy is 7.69%.