Budhudongar Village - Basna, Mahasamund
Budhudongar is a village situated in the Basna tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basna and around 11 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Birsinghpali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhudongar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhudongar is 445669. The village covers a total geographical area of 207.38 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Budhudongar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraipali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhudongar
As per Census 2011, Budhudongar village has a total population of 538 people, consisting of 277 males and 261 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 317 literate and 221 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 230 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhudongar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 538 | 277 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 43 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 230 | 121 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 317 | 186 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 91 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Budhudongar
Budhudongar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Birsingpali | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Bijrabhantha | West | 1.45 km |
| Chhirralewa | South | 1.93 km |
| Bendari | East | 2.07 km |
| Dularpali | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Sagarpali | North-West | 2.52 km |
| Kapudih | North | 2.58 km |
| Durgapali | North | 2.62 km |
| Sajapali | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Sukhapali | West | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhudongar
Budhudongar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kharsia, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Saraipali to Budhudongar is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Budhudongar is about 11 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhudongar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhudongar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Budhudongar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhudongar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Budhudongar
Where is Budhudongar located?
Budhudongar village is located in Basna Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhudongar?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhudongar is Birsinghpali.
What is the pincode of Budhudongar?
The pincode of Budhudongar is 493558.
What is the population of Budhudongar?
Budhudongar has a total population of 538, including 277 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Budhudongar?
There are 138 households in Budhudongar.
What is the literacy rate in Budhudongar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhudongar is 58.92%. Male literacy is 67.15% and female literacy is 50.19%.