Budhighar - Banspal, Keonjhar
Budhighar is a village situated in the Banspal tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Kanjipani and around 40 km from Kendujhar. Gonasika serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhighar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhighar is 386315. The village covers a total geographical area of 552 hectares and falls under the 758085 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Budhighar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Telkoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhighar
According to the 2011 Census, Budhighar village had a total population of 257 people, including 125 males and 132 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 14.15%, with male literacy at 24.24% and female literacy at 4.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 224.
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 | 257 | 125 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 108 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 24 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 101 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Budhighar
Budhighar 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 Budhighar
Budhighar 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendujhar to Budhighar is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Budhighar is about 40 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 Budhighar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhighar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Budhighar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhighar 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 Budhighar
Where is Budhighar located?
Budhighar village is located in Banspal Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhighar?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhighar is Gonasika.
What is the pincode of Budhighar?
The pincode of Budhighar is 758085.
What is the population of Budhighar?
Budhighar had a total population of 257, including 125 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Budhighar?
Budhighar had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhighar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhighar was 14.15%. Male literacy was 24.24% and female literacy was 4.72%.