Budhon - Parwanoo, Solan
Budhon is a village situated in the Parwanoo tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 39 km from Solan. Mehlon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhon is 021721. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 173220 pincode. Parwanoo is the nearest town.
Budhon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhon
According to the 2011 Census, Budhon village had a total population of 144 people, including 71 males and 73 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.98%, with male literacy at 73.33% and female literacy at 80.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 144 | 71 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 44 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 27 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Budhon
Budhon 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 Budhon
Budhon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Solan to Budhon is about 39 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 Budhon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhon 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 Budhon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhon 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Budhon
Where is Budhon located?
Budhon village is located in Parwanoo Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhon?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhon is Mehlon.
What is the pincode of Budhon?
The pincode of Budhon is 173220.
What is the population of Budhon?
Budhon had a total population of 144, including 71 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Budhon?
Budhon had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhon was 76.98%. Male literacy was 73.33% and female literacy was 80.30%.