Budhana - Sihor, Bhavnagar
Budhana is a village situated in the Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihor and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Budhana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhana is 516398. The village covers a total geographical area of 1414.28 hectares and falls under the 364240 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Budhana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhana
According to the 2011 Census, Budhana village had a total population of 4,011 people, including 2,055 males and 1,956 females, living in 821 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.61%, with male literacy at 82.72% and female literacy at 56.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 661.
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 | 4,011 | 2,055 | 1,956 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 483 | 267 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 661 | 349 | 312 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,456 | 1,479 | 977 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,555 | 576 | 979 |
Nearby Villages of Budhana
Budhana 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 Budhana
Budhana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Budhana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Palitana to Budhana is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Budhana is about 36 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 Budhana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Budhana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Budhana
Where is Budhana located?
Budhana village is located in Sihor Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhana?
Budhana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Budhana?
The pincode of Budhana is 364240.
What is the population of Budhana?
Budhana had a total population of 4,011, including 2,055 males and 1,956 females.
How many households are there in Budhana?
Budhana had 821 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhana was 69.61%. Male literacy was 82.72% and female literacy was 56.15%.