Budhikutuni - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Budhikutuni is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 162 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Badpuranapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhikutuni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhikutuni is 384844. The village covers a total geographical area of 298 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Budhikutuni 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 Budhikutuni
As per Census 2011, Budhikutuni village has a total population of 587 people, consisting of 298 males and 289 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 319 literate and 268 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 558 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhikutuni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 587 | 298 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 43 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 558 | 282 | 276 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 196 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 102 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Budhikutuni
Budhikutuni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jibikaposh | South-West | 1.29 km |
| Bandhananali | East | 1.41 km |
| Badapurunapani | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Surupatla | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Mishrapali | East | 2.60 km |
| Jibika | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Bada-turamara | South | 3.00 km |
| Saradhapur | East | 3.07 km |
| Luthurba | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Kaliaposh | South-East | 3.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhikutuni
Budhikutuni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bimlagarh Junction, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.4 km.
| 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 Budhikutuni is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Budhikutuni is about 162 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhikutuni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhikutuni 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 Budhikutuni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhikutuni 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Budhikutuni
Where is Budhikutuni located?
Budhikutuni village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhikutuni?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhikutuni is Badpuranapani.
What is the pincode of Budhikutuni?
The pincode of Budhikutuni is 770040.
What is the population of Budhikutuni?
Budhikutuni has a total population of 587, including 298 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Budhikutuni?
There are 138 households in Budhikutuni.
What is the literacy rate in Budhikutuni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhikutuni is 54.34%. Male literacy is 65.77% and female literacy is 42.56%.