Budhakundali - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Budhakundali is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 138 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mundigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhakundali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhakundali is 416906. The village covers a total geographical area of 146 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Budhakundali 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 Budhakundali
As per Census 2011, Budhakundali village has a total population of 124 people, consisting of 63 males and 61 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 61 literate and 63 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhakundali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 124 | 63 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 7 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 63 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 43 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 20 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Budhakundali
Budhakundali 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 Budhakundali
Public transport in the Budhakundali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Budhakundali is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Budhakundali is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhakundali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhakundali 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 Budhakundali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhakundali 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 Budhakundali
Where is Budhakundali located?
Budhakundali village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhakundali?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhakundali is Mundigarh.
What is the pincode of Budhakundali?
The pincode of Budhakundali is 762107.
What is the population of Budhakundali?
Budhakundali has a total population of 124, including 63 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Budhakundali?
There are 26 households in Budhakundali.
What is the literacy rate in Budhakundali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhakundali is 49.19%. Male literacy is 68.25% and female literacy is 29.51%.