Budhijharan - Ulunda, Sonepur
Budhijharan is a village situated in the Ulunda tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Ulunda and around 35 km from Subarnapur. S.patrapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhijharan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhijharan is 419127. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 767062 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Budhijharan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhijharan
According to the 2011 Census, Budhijharan village had a total population of 94 people, including 51 males and 43 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 843 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.59%, with male literacy at 57.89% and female literacy at 30.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 85.
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 | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 46 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 22 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 29 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Budhijharan
Budhijharan 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 Budhijharan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Budhijharan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sambalpur to Budhijharan is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Budhijharan is about 35 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 Budhijharan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhijharan 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 Budhijharan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhijharan 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 Budhijharan
Where is Budhijharan located?
Budhijharan village is located in Ulunda Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Budhijharan?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhijharan is S.patrapali.
What is the pincode of Budhijharan?
The pincode of Budhijharan is 767062.
What is the population of Budhijharan?
Budhijharan had a total population of 94, including 51 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Budhijharan?
Budhijharan had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhijharan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhijharan was 44.59%. Male literacy was 57.89% and female literacy was 30.56%.