Budhanga - Brahmagiri, Puri
Budhanga is a village situated in the Brahmagiri tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Brahmagiri and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Dimirisona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhanga is 409920. The village covers a total geographical area of 127 hectares and falls under the 752011 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Budhanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhanga
According to the 2011 Census, Budhanga village had a total population of 1,018 people, including 539 males and 479 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.90%, with male literacy at 92.07% and female literacy at 83.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 56.
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 | 1,018 | 539 | 479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 60 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 32 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 799 | 441 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 98 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Budhanga
Budhanga 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 Budhanga
Public transport in the Budhanga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Budhanga is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Budhanga is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Budhanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhanga 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Budhanga
Where is Budhanga located?
Budhanga village is located in Brahmagiri Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhanga is Dimirisona.
What is the pincode of Budhanga?
The pincode of Budhanga is 752011.
What is the population of Budhanga?
Budhanga had a total population of 1,018, including 539 males and 479 females.
How many households are there in Budhanga?
Budhanga had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhanga was 87.90%. Male literacy was 92.07% and female literacy was 83.26%.