Bulunda - Dasapalla, Nayagarh
Bulunda is a village situated in the Dasapalla tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasapalla and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Bhogabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bulunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bulunda is 405540. The village covers a total geographical area of 261 hectares and falls under the 752084 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Bulunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bulunda
As per Census 2011, Bulunda village has a total population of 100 people, consisting of 45 males and 55 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 1,222 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 77 literate and 23 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 98 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bulunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 100 | 45 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 44 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 42 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 3 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Bulunda
Bulunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanakameti | West | 1.15 km |
| Kukuprasad | North | 1.53 km |
| Bijenagar | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Gerapaju | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Gopinathpur | North | 2.22 km |
| Sariganda | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Karadamada | South | 2.43 km |
| Bagadeipahad | West | 2.44 km |
| Mahulia | East | 2.48 km |
| Badakameti | North-West | 2.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bulunda
Public transport in the Bulunda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kerejanga, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.9 km.
| 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 Nayagarh to Bulunda is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bulunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bulunda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bulunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bulunda 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 Bulunda
Where is Bulunda located?
Bulunda village is located in Dasapalla Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bulunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bulunda is Bhogabadi.
What is the pincode of Bulunda?
The pincode of Bulunda is 752084.
What is the population of Bulunda?
Bulunda has a total population of 100, including 45 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Bulunda?
There are 26 households in Bulunda.
What is the literacy rate in Bulunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bulunda is 77.00%. Male literacy is 93.33% and female literacy is 63.64%.