Budgahan
Budgahan is a village located in Baloda tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Baloda (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Budgahan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Budgahan unique in its vibrant Baloda-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Budgahan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Budgahan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Budgahan is 436687. The village spans a total geographical area of 728.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495559. Baloda is nearest town to Budgahan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Budgahan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Akaltara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Budgahan
Population of Budgahan
According to the 2011 Census, Budgahan has a total population of about 3,835, with approximately 1,929 males and 1,906 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 585 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,422 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 419. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.62%, with male literacy at about 72.78% and female literacy near 50.31%. There are around 902 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Budgahan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,835 | 1,929 | 1,906 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 585 | 293 | 292 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,422 | 719 | 703 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 419 | 209 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 2,363 | 1,404 | 959 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,472 | 525 | 947 |
Connectivity of Budgahan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Budgahan. As per the 2011 stats, Budgahan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Budgahan
Knowing the nearby villages of Budgahan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Budgahan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Budgahan
- Where is Budgahan located?
- Budgahan village is situated in Baloda Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Budgahan?
- Budgahan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Budgahan?
- The pincode of Budgahan is 495559, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Budgahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Budgahan is 3,835, with 1,929 males and 1,906 females.
- How many households are there in Budgahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Budgahan village has a total of 902 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Budgahan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Budgahan is 61.62%. The male literacy rate is 72.78%, while the female literacy rate is 50.31%.