Budhuchak - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Budhuchak is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Bari Naki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhuchak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhuchak is 240307. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Budhuchak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhuchak
According to the 2011 Census, Budhuchak village had a total population of 823 people, including 444 males and 379 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 854 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.41%, with male literacy at 66.10% and female literacy at 44.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 153.
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 | 823 | 444 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 90 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 81 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 361 | 234 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 462 | 210 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Budhuchak
Budhuchak 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 Budhuchak
Budhuchak is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Colgong to Budhuchak is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Budhuchak 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 Budhuchak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhuchak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Budhuchak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhuchak 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Budhuchak
Where is Budhuchak located?
Budhuchak village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhuchak?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhuchak is Bari Naki.
What is the pincode of Budhuchak?
The pincode of Budhuchak is 813204.
What is the population of Budhuchak?
Budhuchak had a total population of 823, including 444 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Budhuchak?
Budhuchak had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhuchak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhuchak was 56.41%. Male literacy was 66.10% and female literacy was 44.41%.