Budhajharia - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Budhajharia is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Durubaga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhajharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhajharia is 383561. The village covers a total geographical area of 161 hectares and falls under the 770013 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Budhajharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundargarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Budhajharia
As per Census 2011, Budhajharia village has a total population of 218 people, consisting of 112 males and 106 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 121 literate and 97 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhajharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 218 | 112 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 18 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 31 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 18 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 68 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 44 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Budhajharia
Budhajharia 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 Budhajharia
Budhajharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Budhajharia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belpahar to Budhajharia is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Budhajharia is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhajharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhajharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Budhajharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhajharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Budhajharia
Where is Budhajharia located?
Budhajharia village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhajharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhajharia is Durubaga.
What is the pincode of Budhajharia?
The pincode of Budhajharia is 770013.
What is the population of Budhajharia?
Budhajharia has a total population of 218, including 112 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Budhajharia?
There are 54 households in Budhajharia.
What is the literacy rate in Budhajharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhajharia is 55.50%. Male literacy is 60.71% and female literacy is 50.00%.