Buda - Harij, Patan
Buda is a village situated in the Harij taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Sami and around 40 km from Patan. Buda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buda is 509027. The village covers a total geographical area of 482.39 hectares and falls under the 384240 pincode. Harij is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Buda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanasma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Buda
According to the 2011 Census, Buda village had a total population of 1,318 people, including 709 males and 609 females, living in 278 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.30%, with male literacy at 66.40% and female literacy at 38.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70.
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 | 1,318 | 709 | 609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 93 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 622 | 409 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 696 | 300 | 396 |
Nearby Villages of Buda
Buda 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 Buda
Public transport in the Buda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Harij to Buda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Buda is about 40 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 Buda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Buda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buda 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Buda
Where is Buda located?
Buda village is located in Harij Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Buda?
Buda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Buda?
The pincode of Buda is 384240.
What is the population of Buda?
Buda had a total population of 1,318, including 709 males and 609 females.
How many households are there in Buda?
Buda had 278 households.
What is the literacy rate in Buda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buda was 53.30%. Male literacy was 66.40% and female literacy was 38.66%.