Budhakata - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Budhakata is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naktideul and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Salebhata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhakata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhakata is 382556. The village covers a total geographical area of 1062 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Budhakata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhakata
As per Census 2011, Budhakata village has a total population of 555 people, consisting of 282 males and 273 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 383 literate and 172 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 77 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhakata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 555 | 282 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 37 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 49 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 209 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 73 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Budhakata
Budhakata 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salebhata | East | 1.86 km |
| Palsaburai | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Nisabira | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Ambajhari | North | 2.11 km |
| Kainsar | North | 2.83 km |
| Kardakhaman | South | 3.19 km |
| Sagnal | East | 3.24 km |
| Pratappur | South | 3.52 km |
| Purmunda | North | 3.69 km |
| Teleiposhi | South-West | 3.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhakata
Budhakata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Saragipalli, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.3 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 Redhakhol to Budhakata is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Budhakata is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhakata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhakata 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 Budhakata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhakata 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 Budhakata
Where is Budhakata located?
Budhakata village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhakata?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhakata is Salebhata.
What is the pincode of Budhakata?
The pincode of Budhakata is 768106.
What is the population of Budhakata?
Budhakata has a total population of 555, including 282 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Budhakata?
There are 133 households in Budhakata.
What is the literacy rate in Budhakata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhakata is 69.01%. Male literacy is 74.11% and female literacy is 63.74%.