Budhan Nagar - Lakhipur, Cachar
Budhan Nagar is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 420 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Baladhan Kanakpur serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Budhan Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhan Nagar is 299786. The village falls under the 788126 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Budhan Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udharbond Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhan Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Budhan Nagar village had a total population of 188 people, including 92 males and 96 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 11.38%, with male literacy at 17.28% and female literacy at 5.81%.
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 | 188 | 92 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 14 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 78 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Budhan Nagar
Budhan Nagar 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 Budhan Nagar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Budhan Nagar. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Budhan Nagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Lakhipur to Budhan Nagar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Budhan Nagar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhan Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhan Nagar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Budhan Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhan Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Budhan Nagar
Where is Budhan Nagar located?
Budhan Nagar village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Budhan Nagar?
The Gaon Panchayat of Budhan Nagar is Baladhan Kanakpur.
What is the pincode of Budhan Nagar?
The pincode of Budhan Nagar is 788126.
What is the population of Budhan Nagar?
Budhan Nagar had a total population of 188, including 92 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Budhan Nagar?
Budhan Nagar had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhan Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhan Nagar was 11.38%. Male literacy was 17.28% and female literacy was 5.81%.