Budhapadar - Gidam, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Budhapadar is a village situated in the Gidam tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Geedam and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Dantewada. Budpadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhapadar is 450182. The village covers a total geographical area of 321.31 hectares and falls under the 494449 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Budhapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhapadar
As per Census 2011, Budhapadar village has a total population of 468 people, consisting of 224 males and 244 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 128 literate and 340 illiterate residents. Additionally, 448 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhapadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 468 | 224 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 448 | 214 | 234 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 84 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 140 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Budhapadar
Budhapadar 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 Budhapadar
Public transport in the Budhapadar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Budhapadar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Bade Bacheli to Budhapadar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Budhapadar is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhapadar 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 Budhapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhapadar 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 Budhapadar
Where is Budhapadar located?
Budhapadar village is located in Gidam Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhapadar is Budpadar.
What is the pincode of Budhapadar?
The pincode of Budhapadar is 494449.
What is the population of Budhapadar?
Budhapadar has a total population of 468, including 224 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Budhapadar?
There are 123 households in Budhapadar.
What is the literacy rate in Budhapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhapadar is 27.35%. Male literacy is 37.50% and female literacy is 18.03%.