Budhecha - Malia Hatina, Junagadh
Budhecha is a village situated in the Malia Hatina taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Malia and around 70 km from Junagadh. Budhecha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhecha is 514862. The village covers a total geographical area of 1037.28 hectares and falls under the 362250 pincode. Chorvad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Budhecha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhecha
According to the 2011 Census, Budhecha village had a total population of 1,946 people, including 1,002 males and 944 females, living in 309 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.64%, with male literacy at 85.08% and female literacy at 65.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 113, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 1,946 | 1,002 | 944 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 117 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 64 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,310 | 753 | 557 |
| Illiterate Population | 636 | 249 | 387 |
Nearby Villages of Budhecha
Budhecha 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 Budhecha
Budhecha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Budhecha.
| 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 Chorvad to Budhecha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Budhecha is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhecha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhecha 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 Budhecha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhecha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Budhecha
Where is Budhecha located?
Budhecha village is located in Malia Hatina Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhecha?
Budhecha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Budhecha?
The pincode of Budhecha is 362250.
What is the population of Budhecha?
Budhecha had a total population of 1,946, including 1,002 males and 944 females.
How many households are there in Budhecha?
Budhecha had 309 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhecha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhecha was 75.64%. Male literacy was 85.08% and female literacy was 65.76%.