Budhikuni - Bisra, Sundargarh
Budhikuni is a village situated in the Bisra tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bisra and around 133 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Jareikela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhikuni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhikuni is 384506. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 770036 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Budhikuni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Biramitrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhikuni
According to the 2011 Census, Budhikuni village had a total population of 253 people, including 131 males and 122 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.51%, with male literacy at 74.77% and female literacy at 51.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 105.
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 | 253 | 131 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 47 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 80 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 51 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Budhikuni
Budhikuni 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 Budhikuni
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Budhikuni.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Budhikuni is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Budhikuni is about 133 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 Budhikuni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhikuni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Budhikuni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhikuni 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Budhikuni
Where is Budhikuni located?
Budhikuni village is located in Bisra Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Budhikuni?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhikuni is Jareikela.
What is the pincode of Budhikuni?
The pincode of Budhikuni is 770036.
What is the population of Budhikuni?
Budhikuni had a total population of 253, including 131 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Budhikuni?
Budhikuni had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhikuni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhikuni was 63.51%. Male literacy was 74.77% and female literacy was 51.92%.