Budhgaon - Niwali, Barwani
Budhgaon is a village situated in the Niwali tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niwali and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Mogarikheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhgaon is 478527. The village covers a total geographical area of 360.05 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Budhgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pansemal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhgaon
As per Census 2011, Budhgaon village has a total population of 989 people, consisting of 504 males and 485 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 370 literate and 619 illiterate residents. Additionally, 255 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 706 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 989 | 504 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 104 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 255 | 133 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 706 | 355 | 351 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 235 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 619 | 269 | 350 |
Nearby Villages of Budhgaon
Budhgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khedi | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Kannadgaon | South | 3.36 km |
| Purushkheda | West | 3.53 km |
| Morgun | North | 3.63 km |
| Kanpuri | South-West | 4.07 km |
| Chatli | East | 4.25 km |
| Diwani | North-East | 4.45 km |
| Kunjari | South-East | 4.63 km |
| Pichhodi | West | 5.45 km |
| Chichaba | South | 5.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhgaon
Budhgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sonshelu, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sendhwa to Budhgaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Budhgaon is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhgaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Budhgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Budhgaon
Where is Budhgaon located?
Budhgaon village is located in Niwali Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhgaon is Mogarikheda.
What is the pincode of Budhgaon?
The pincode of Budhgaon is 451666.
What is the population of Budhgaon?
Budhgaon has a total population of 989, including 504 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Budhgaon?
There are 166 households in Budhgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Budhgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhgaon is 37.41%. Male literacy is 46.63% and female literacy is 27.84%.