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
As per Census 2011, Budhon village has a total population of 144 people, consisting of 71 males and 73 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 97 literate and 47 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 144 | 71 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| 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 has a total population of 144, including 71 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Budhon?
There are 32 households in Budhon.
What is the literacy rate in Budhon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhon is 67.36%. Male literacy is 61.97% and female literacy is 72.60%.