Budhakhaman - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Budhakhaman is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from Mahulapada and around 59 km from Sundargarh. Daleisara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhakhaman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhakhaman is 385228. The village covers a total geographical area of 156 hectares and falls under the 770037 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Budhakhaman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhakhaman
According to the 2011 Census, Budhakhaman village had a total population of 326 people, including 154 males and 172 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,117 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.00%, with male literacy at 44.53% and female literacy at 18.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 326.
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 | 326 | 154 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 326 | 154 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 57 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 97 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Budhakhaman
Budhakhaman 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badachuan | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Jagati | East | 3.38 km |
| Derula | East | 3.42 km |
| Lunga | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Rengali | South | 3.61 km |
| Mahulapada | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Dhokamunda | West | 4.46 km |
| Uparginia | North | 4.58 km |
| Kumudi | South | 4.58 km |
| Jinakela | South-West | 4.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhakhaman
Public transport in the Budhakhaman is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barsuan, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.2 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 Raurkela to Budhakhaman is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Budhakhaman is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhakhaman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhakhaman 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 Budhakhaman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhakhaman 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 Budhakhaman
Where is Budhakhaman located?
Budhakhaman village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhakhaman?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhakhaman is Daleisara.
What is the pincode of Budhakhaman?
The pincode of Budhakhaman is 770037.
What is the population of Budhakhaman?
Budhakhaman had a total population of 326, including 154 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Budhakhaman?
Budhakhaman had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhakhaman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhakhaman was 31.00%. Male literacy was 44.53% and female literacy was 18.88%.