Budankatta - Mohla, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Budankatta is a village situated in the Mohla tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 16 km from Mohla and around 86 km from Rajnandgaon. Marartola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budankatta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budankatta is 441363. The village covers a total geographical area of 169.64 hectares and falls under the 491666 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Budankatta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budankatta
As per Census 2011, Budankatta village has a total population of 496 people, consisting of 237 males and 259 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 1,092 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 316 literate and 180 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 287 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budankatta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 496 | 237 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 40 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 287 | 138 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 316 | 173 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 64 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Budankatta
Budankatta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kewat Tola | North | 1.15 km |
| Bhalapur | South-West | 1.23 km |
| Marartola | East | 1.45 km |
| Alkanhar | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Chapatola | South | 2.23 km |
| Gunjmauha | West | 2.60 km |
| Teleetola | North | 2.68 km |
| Dundera | North | 2.78 km |
| Karmota | South-West | 3.22 km |
| Rengakathera | West | 3.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budankatta
Budankatta 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 Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.8 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 Ambagarh Chowki to Budankatta is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Budankatta is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budankatta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budankatta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Budankatta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budankatta 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 Budankatta
Where is Budankatta located?
Budankatta village is located in Mohla Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budankatta?
The Gram Panchayat of Budankatta is Marartola.
What is the pincode of Budankatta?
The pincode of Budankatta is 491666.
What is the population of Budankatta?
Budankatta has a total population of 496, including 237 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Budankatta?
There are 107 households in Budankatta.
What is the literacy rate in Budankatta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budankatta is 63.71%. Male literacy is 73.00% and female literacy is 55.21%.