Budhimara - Champua, Keonjhar
Budhimara is a village situated in the Champua tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from Baria and around 47 km from Kendujhar. Jajaposi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhimara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhimara is 385668. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 758016 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Budhimara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhimara
As per Census 2011, Budhimara village has a total population of 112 people, consisting of 57 males and 55 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 64 literate and 48 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhimara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 112 | 57 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 37 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 20 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Budhimara
Budhimara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Fulkanlei | West | 1.31 km |
| Pratapjadunathpur Sashan (indupur) | East | 1.38 km |
| Kankada | South | 1.43 km |
| Baradapal | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Nuagaon | South | 2.43 km |
| Panideuli | East | 2.55 km |
| Sadangi | North-West | 2.67 km |
| Nakanlei | North | 2.68 km |
| Jajaposi | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Halpur | South-East | 3.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhimara
Budhimara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kendujhargarh, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.7 km.
| 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 Budhimara is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Budhimara is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhimara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhimara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Budhimara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhimara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Budhimara
Where is Budhimara located?
Budhimara village is located in Champua Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhimara?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhimara is Jajaposi.
What is the pincode of Budhimara?
The pincode of Budhimara is 758016.
What is the population of Budhimara?
Budhimara has a total population of 112, including 57 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Budhimara?
There are 30 households in Budhimara.
What is the literacy rate in Budhimara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhimara is 57.14%. Male literacy is 64.91% and female literacy is 49.09%.