Budhipani - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Budhipani is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rairakhol and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Luhapank serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhipani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhipani is 382468. The village covers a total geographical area of 247 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Budhipani 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 Budhipani
According to the 2011 Census, Budhipani village had a total population of 102 people, including 53 males and 49 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.76%, with male literacy at 79.07% and female literacy at 38.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 102 | 53 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 34 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 19 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Budhipani
Budhipani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patakhaman | South | 1.15 km |
| Jhinkibahal | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Hemamura | West | 2.33 km |
| Ambpal | North-West | 2.34 km |
| Sisuparna | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Garagadabahal | South-East | 2.68 km |
| Mahalinga(san) | North | 2.98 km |
| Dadarapali | South | 3.09 km |
| Maulabhanja | North | 3.42 km |
| Oskapali | South-East | 3.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhipani
Public transport in the Budhipani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bamur, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.0 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 Budhipani is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Budhipani is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhipani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhipani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Budhipani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhipani 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Budhipani
Where is Budhipani located?
Budhipani village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhipani?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhipani is Luhapank.
What is the pincode of Budhipani?
The pincode of Budhipani is 768106.
What is the population of Budhipani?
Budhipani had a total population of 102, including 53 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Budhipani?
Budhipani had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhipani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhipani was 59.76%. Male literacy was 79.07% and female literacy was 38.46%.