Budamara - Jamda, Mayurbhanj
Budamara is a village situated in the Jamda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamda and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Badkuleibira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budamara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budamara is 387587. The village covers a total geographical area of 164 hectares and falls under the 757045 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Budamara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budamara
According to the 2011 Census, Budamara village had a total population of 247 people, including 124 males and 123 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.48%, with male literacy at 77.67% and female literacy at 43.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 246.
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 | 247 | 124 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 246 | 124 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 80 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 44 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Budamara
Budamara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghumal | East | 1.29 km |
| Badakuleibira | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Guduta | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Pasana | South-West | 2.61 km |
| Kadamdiha | North | 2.66 km |
| Kachanda | East | 2.89 km |
| Gohira | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Basingi | North-East | 3.21 km |
| Olidihi | North-West | 3.53 km |
| Bhagabeda | South-West | 3.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budamara
Budamara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chhanva, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Budamara is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Budamara is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budamara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budamara 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 Budamara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budamara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Budamara
Where is Budamara located?
Budamara village is located in Jamda Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Budamara?
The Gram Panchayat of Budamara is Badkuleibira.
What is the pincode of Budamara?
The pincode of Budamara is 757045.
What is the population of Budamara?
Budamara had a total population of 247, including 124 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Budamara?
Budamara had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budamara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budamara was 60.48%. Male literacy was 77.67% and female literacy was 43.93%.