Budhor Kalan - Berasia, Bhopal
Budhor Kalan is a village situated in the Berasia tehsil of Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berasia and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Bhopal. Barrie Bagraj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhor Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhor Kalan is 482318. The village covers a total geographical area of 606.97 hectares and falls under the 463106 pincode. Berasia is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Budhor Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Berasia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhopal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhor Kalan
As per Census 2011, Budhor Kalan village has a total population of 823 people, consisting of 443 males and 380 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 413 literate and 410 illiterate residents. Additionally, 249 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhor Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 823 | 443 | 380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 109 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 144 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 413 | 273 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 410 | 170 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of Budhor Kalan
Budhor Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barri Mustsil Bagraj | North-West | 2.35 km |
| Hindola | West | 2.44 km |
| Neenond | East | 2.54 km |
| Khejra Babbar | North | 2.64 km |
| Chhatri | South | 2.98 km |
| Ronjia Bazaft | North-West | 4.03 km |
| Bhens Kheda | South-West | 4.24 km |
| Kota Bujurg | North-East | 4.26 km |
| Bagraj | North-West | 4.62 km |
| Kadhaiya | South-East | 4.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhor Kalan
Budhor Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dewanganj, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.6 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 Berasia to Budhor Kalan is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhopal to Budhor Kalan is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhor Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhor Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Budhor Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhor Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Budhor Kalan
Where is Budhor Kalan located?
Budhor Kalan village is located in Berasia Tehsil, Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhor Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhor Kalan is Barrie Bagraj.
What is the pincode of Budhor Kalan?
The pincode of Budhor Kalan is 463106.
What is the population of Budhor Kalan?
Budhor Kalan has a total population of 823, including 443 males and 380 females.
How many households are there in Budhor Kalan?
There are 144 households in Budhor Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Budhor Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhor Kalan is 50.18%. Male literacy is 61.63% and female literacy is 36.84%.