Budhuatand - Dhanwar, Giridih
Budhuatand is a village situated in the Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanwar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Dumardiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhuatand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhuatand is 350905. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 825418 pincode.
Budhuatand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhuatand
According to the 2011 Census, Budhuatand village had a total population of 1,030 people, including 523 males and 507 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.19%, with male literacy at 91.04% and female literacy at 57.41%.
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 | 1,030 | 523 | 507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 99 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 603 | 386 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 427 | 137 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Budhuatand
Budhuatand is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chihutimaran | South | 1.29 km |
| Dughara | East | 1.35 km |
| Udmandri | North | 1.35 km |
| Pandriya | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Panchrukhi | East | 1.77 km |
| Dhanwariadih | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Badidih | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Sapamaran | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Chandraydih | North | 2.78 km |
| Marpoka | North-East | 2.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhuatand
Budhuatand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dasara, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Budhuatand is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhuatand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhuatand 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 Budhuatand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhuatand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Budhuatand
Where is Budhuatand located?
Budhuatand village is located in Dhanwar Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhuatand?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhuatand is Dumardiha.
What is the pincode of Budhuatand?
The pincode of Budhuatand is 825418.
What is the population of Budhuatand?
Budhuatand had a total population of 1,030, including 523 males and 507 females.
How many households are there in Budhuatand?
Budhuatand had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhuatand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhuatand was 75.19%. Male literacy was 91.04% and female literacy was 57.41%.