Budulapali - Kochinda, Sambalpur
Budulapali is a village situated in the Kochinda tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochinda and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Kuleigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budulapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budulapali is 381506. The village covers a total geographical area of 372 hectares and falls under the 768222 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Budulapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budulapali
According to the 2011 Census, Budulapali village had a total population of 476 people, including 243 males and 233 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.57%, with male literacy at 71.30% and female literacy at 51.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 302.
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 | 476 | 243 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 302 | 156 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 159 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 84 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Budulapali
Budulapali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dehuripali | West | 2.26 km |
| Tileimal (b) | East | 2.37 km |
| Dalpatpali | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Dhubenbud | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Purunapani | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Gamhapali | North | 3.33 km |
| Ganjermal | West | 3.59 km |
| Kuturachuan | East | 3.64 km |
| Lariapali | North-East | 3.75 km |
| Baijapali | South | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budulapali
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Budulapali. The nearest railway station is Panpali, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Budulapali is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Budulapali 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 Budulapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budulapali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Budulapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budulapali 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 Budulapali
Where is Budulapali located?
Budulapali village is located in Kochinda Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budulapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Budulapali is Kuleigarh.
What is the pincode of Budulapali?
The pincode of Budulapali is 768222.
What is the population of Budulapali?
Budulapali had a total population of 476, including 243 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Budulapali?
Budulapali had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budulapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budulapali was 61.57%. Male literacy was 71.30% and female literacy was 51.20%.