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
According to the 2011 Census, Budhor Kalan village had a total population of 823 people, including 443 males and 380 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 858 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.83%, with male literacy at 81.74% and female literacy at 49.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 249.
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 | 823 | 443 | 380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 109 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 144 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 823, including 443 males and 380 females.
How many households are there in Budhor Kalan?
Budhor Kalan had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhor Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhor Kalan was 66.83%. Male literacy was 81.74% and female literacy was 49.30%.