Budgahan - Suhela, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Budgahan is a village situated in the Suhela tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from Simga and around 61 km from Raipur. Budgahan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budgahan is 443577. The village covers a total geographical area of 566.27 hectares and falls under the 493195 pincode. Tilda Newra is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Budgahan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baloda bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budgahan
As per Census 2011, Budgahan village has a total population of 1,626 people, consisting of 807 males and 819 females. The village has 331 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 295 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 949 literate and 677 illiterate residents. Additionally, 361 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 124 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budgahan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,626 | 807 | 819 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 140 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 361 | 176 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 58 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 949 | 569 | 380 |
| Illiterate Population | 677 | 238 | 439 |
Nearby Villages of Budgahan
Budgahan 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 Budgahan
Budgahan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Budgahan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Tilda Newra to Budgahan is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Budgahan is about 61 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 Budgahan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budgahan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Budgahan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budgahan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Budgahan
Where is Budgahan located?
Budgahan village is located in Suhela Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budgahan?
Budgahan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Budgahan?
The pincode of Budgahan is 493195.
What is the population of Budgahan?
Budgahan has a total population of 1,626, including 807 males and 819 females.
How many households are there in Budgahan?
There are 331 households in Budgahan.
What is the literacy rate in Budgahan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budgahan is 58.36%. Male literacy is 70.51% and female literacy is 46.40%.