Budhgaon - Manora, Jashpur
Budhgaon is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Sardih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhgaon is 433896. The village covers a total geographical area of 570.94 hectares and falls under the 496330 pincode. Jashpur Nagar is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Budhgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Budhgaon village had a total population of 421 people, including 223 males and 198 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.06%, with male literacy at 80.42% and female literacy at 58.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 325.
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 | 421 | 223 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 325 | 166 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 152 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 71 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Budhgaon
Budhgaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kothadih | East | 1.79 km |
| Gowaru | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Saraidih | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Khadkona | North-East | 3.37 km |
| Asta | West | 3.45 km |
| Harri | East | 3.52 km |
| Mado | West | 3.60 km |
| Ajdha | North | 3.71 km |
| Dhengani | North-West | 4.41 km |
| Harra Dipa | South-West | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhgaon
Budhgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hehegara Halt (e), while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Budhgaon is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhgaon 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 Budhgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Budhgaon
Where is Budhgaon located?
Budhgaon village is located in Manora Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhgaon is Sardih.
What is the pincode of Budhgaon?
The pincode of Budhgaon is 496330.
What is the population of Budhgaon?
Budhgaon had a total population of 421, including 223 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Budhgaon?
Budhgaon had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhgaon was 70.06%. Male literacy was 80.42% and female literacy was 58.18%.