Budrapada - Raighar, Nabarangpur
Budrapada is a village situated in the Raighar tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Raighar and around 108 km from Nabarangapur . Timanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budrapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budrapada is 427217. The village covers a total geographical area of 997 hectares and falls under the 764088 pincode. Raighar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Budrapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budrapada
As per Census 2011, Budrapada village has a total population of 1,437 people, consisting of 732 males and 705 females. The village has 314 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 266 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 625 literate and 812 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,102 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budrapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,437 | 732 | 705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 150 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,102 | 557 | 545 |
| Literate Population | 625 | 412 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 812 | 320 | 492 |
Nearby Villages of Budrapada
Budrapada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khallepara | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Timanpur | West | 2.73 km |
| Baraguda | South-East | 3.63 km |
| Gona | South | 3.82 km |
| Kundrapani | West | 5.44 km |
| Bharsundi | South-West | 5.93 km |
| Kaliapadar | South-West | 6.08 km |
| Kudabeda | West | 6.48 km |
| Mundibeda | South-East | 6.88 km |
| Haldi | East | 7.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budrapada
Budrapada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raighar to Budrapada is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Budrapada 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 Budrapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budrapada 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 Budrapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budrapada 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Budrapada
Where is Budrapada located?
Budrapada village is located in Raighar Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budrapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Budrapada is Timanpur.
What is the pincode of Budrapada?
The pincode of Budrapada is 764088.
What is the population of Budrapada?
Budrapada has a total population of 1,437, including 732 males and 705 females.
How many households are there in Budrapada?
There are 314 households in Budrapada.
What is the literacy rate in Budrapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budrapada is 43.49%. Male literacy is 56.28% and female literacy is 30.21%.