Budhamara - Rairangpur, Mayurbhanj
Budhamara is a village situated in the Rairangpur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rairangpur and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Bhalubasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhamara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhamara is 388230. The village covers a total geographical area of 127 hectares and falls under the 757043 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Budhamara 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 Budhamara
As per Census 2011, Budhamara village has a total population of 365 people, consisting of 193 males and 172 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 269 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhamara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 365 | 193 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 22 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 154 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 39 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Budhamara
Budhamara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Musabani | South | 1.25 km |
| Neuti | West | 1.26 km |
| Badbaikala | North | 2.18 km |
| Sunaposi | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Podadiha | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Naujoda | South | 2.67 km |
| Bholbeda | South | 2.85 km |
| Kucheipal | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Dhalpur | West | 3.13 km |
| Ghungupahadi | East | 3.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhamara
Public transport in the Budhamara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badampahar, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Rairangpur to Budhamara is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Budhamara is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhamara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhamara 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 Budhamara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhamara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Budhamara
Where is Budhamara located?
Budhamara village is located in Rairangpur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhamara?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhamara is Bhalubasa.
What is the pincode of Budhamara?
The pincode of Budhamara is 757043.
What is the population of Budhamara?
Budhamara has a total population of 365, including 193 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Budhamara?
There are 93 households in Budhamara.
What is the literacy rate in Budhamara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhamara is 73.70%. Male literacy is 79.79% and female literacy is 66.86%.