Budhabalanga - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj
Budhabalanga is a village situated in the Jashipur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 87 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jashipur and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Astakuanr serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhabalanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhabalanga is 388629. The village covers a total geographical area of 319 hectares and falls under the 757034 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Budhabalanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhabalanga
As per Census 2011, Budhabalanga village has a total population of 314 people, consisting of 159 males and 155 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 44 literate and 270 illiterate residents. Additionally, 313 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhabalanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 314 | 159 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 313 | 158 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 33 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 126 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Budhabalanga
Budhabalanga 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 Budhabalanga
Public transport in the Budhabalanga is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Karanjia to Budhabalanga is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Budhabalanga is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhabalanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhabalanga 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 Budhabalanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhabalanga 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 Budhabalanga
Where is Budhabalanga located?
Budhabalanga village is located in Jashipur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhabalanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhabalanga is Astakuanr.
What is the pincode of Budhabalanga?
The pincode of Budhabalanga is 757034.
What is the population of Budhabalanga?
Budhabalanga has a total population of 314, including 159 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Budhabalanga?
There are 55 households in Budhabalanga.
What is the literacy rate in Budhabalanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhabalanga is 14.01%. Male literacy is 20.75% and female literacy is 7.10%.