Budingalu - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Budingalu is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Belaghar and around 145 km from Phulbani. Lankagarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budingalu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budingalu is 417039. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Budingalu 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 Budingalu
According to the 2011 Census, Budingalu village had a total population of 154 people, including 74 males and 80 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.00%, with male literacy at 33.33% and female literacy at 17.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 152.
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 | 154 | 74 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 73 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 55 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Budingalu
Budingalu 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 Budingalu
Public transport in the Budingalu 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Budingalu is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Budingalu is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budingalu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budingalu 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 Budingalu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budingalu 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Budingalu
Where is Budingalu located?
Budingalu village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budingalu?
The Gram Panchayat of Budingalu is Lankagarh.
What is the pincode of Budingalu?
The pincode of Budingalu is 762107.
What is the population of Budingalu?
Budingalu had a total population of 154, including 74 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Budingalu?
Budingalu had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budingalu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budingalu was 25.00%. Male literacy was 33.33% and female literacy was 17.91%.