Budrakh - Maharajpur, Chhatarpur
Budrakh is a village situated in the Maharajpur tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maharajpur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Budrakh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budrakh is 457797. The village covers a total geographical area of 1146.74 hectares and falls under the 471501 pincode. Maharajpur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Budrakh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Budrakh
According to the 2011 Census, Budrakh village had a total population of 1,776 people, including 911 males and 865 females, living in 343 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.65%, with male literacy at 58.32% and female literacy at 38.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 290.
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 | 1,776 | 911 | 865 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 333 | 172 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 290 | 148 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 702 | 431 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,074 | 480 | 594 |
Nearby Villages of Budrakh
Budrakh 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 Budrakh
Budrakh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maharajpur to Budrakh is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Budrakh is about 35 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 Budrakh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budrakh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Budrakh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budrakh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Budrakh
Where is Budrakh located?
Budrakh village is located in Maharajpur Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Budrakh?
Budrakh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Budrakh?
The pincode of Budrakh is 471501.
What is the population of Budrakh?
Budrakh had a total population of 1,776, including 911 males and 865 females.
How many households are there in Budrakh?
Budrakh had 343 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budrakh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budrakh was 48.65%. Male literacy was 58.32% and female literacy was 38.49%.