Budhapada - Jatani, Khordha
Budhapada is a village situated in the Jatani tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jatani and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Kantia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhapada is 407824. The village covers a total geographical area of 145 hectares and falls under the 752050 pincode. Jatani is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Budhapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jatani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhapada
According to the 2011 Census, Budhapada village had a total population of 1,482 people, including 750 males and 732 females, living in 361 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.10%, with male literacy at 88.94% and female literacy at 73.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 524, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 82.
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 | 1,482 | 750 | 732 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 90 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 524 | 265 | 259 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 1,073 | 587 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 409 | 163 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Budhapada
Budhapada 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 Budhapada
Budhapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Budhapada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jatani to Budhapada is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Budhapada is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Budhapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Budhapada
Where is Budhapada located?
Budhapada village is located in Jatani Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Budhapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhapada is Kantia.
What is the pincode of Budhapada?
The pincode of Budhapada is 752050.
What is the population of Budhapada?
Budhapada had a total population of 1,482, including 750 males and 732 females.
How many households are there in Budhapada?
Budhapada had 361 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhapada was 81.10%. Male literacy was 88.94% and female literacy was 73.30%.