Budhiya - Idar, Sabar Kantha
Budhiya is a village situated in the Idar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Idar and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Badoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhiya is 510071. The village covers a total geographical area of 218.58 hectares and falls under the 383410 pincode. Idar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Budhiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Budhiya
According to the 2011 Census, Budhiya village had a total population of 838 people, including 434 males and 404 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.66%, with male literacy at 79.95% and female literacy at 56.40%.
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 | 838 | 434 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 60 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 493 | 299 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 345 | 135 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Budhiya
Budhiya 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 Budhiya
Budhiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Idar to Budhiya is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Budhiya is about 38 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 Budhiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Budhiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Budhiya
Where is Budhiya located?
Budhiya village is located in Idar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Budhiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhiya is Badoli.
What is the pincode of Budhiya?
The pincode of Budhiya is 383410.
What is the population of Budhiya?
Budhiya had a total population of 838, including 434 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Budhiya?
Budhiya had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhiya was 68.66%. Male literacy was 79.95% and female literacy was 56.40%.