Budhanpur - Tharad, Vav-Tharad
Budhanpur is a village situated in the Tharad taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from Tharad and around 94 km from Palanpur. Dolatpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhanpur is 507577. The village covers a total geographical area of 987.7 hectares and falls under the 385565 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Budhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tharad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhanpur
As per Census 2011, Budhanpur village has a total population of 1,848 people, consisting of 952 males and 896 females. The village has 332 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 309 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 953 literate and 895 illiterate residents. Additionally, 539 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,848 | 952 | 896 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 167 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 539 | 284 | 255 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 953 | 649 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 895 | 303 | 592 |
Nearby Villages of Budhanpur
Budhanpur 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 Budhanpur
Budhanpur 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tharad to Budhanpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Budhanpur is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Budhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhanpur 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 Budhanpur
Where is Budhanpur located?
Budhanpur village is located in Tharad Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhanpur is Dolatpura.
What is the pincode of Budhanpur?
The pincode of Budhanpur is 385565.
What is the population of Budhanpur?
Budhanpur has a total population of 1,848, including 952 males and 896 females.
How many households are there in Budhanpur?
There are 332 households in Budhanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Budhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhanpur is 51.57%. Male literacy is 68.17% and female literacy is 33.93%.