Budena - Harrai, Chhindwara
Budena is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Budhaina(bhond) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budena village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budena is 494131. The village covers a total geographical area of 842.26 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Budena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Budena
According to the 2011 Census, Budena village had a total population of 338 people, including 172 males and 166 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.28%, with male literacy at 65.25% and female literacy at 32.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 338.
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 | 338 | 172 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 338 | 172 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 92 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 80 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Budena
Budena 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 Budena
Budena is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Harrai to Budena is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Budena is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budena village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Budena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budena village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Budena
Where is Budena located?
Budena village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Budena?
The Gram Panchayat of Budena is Budhaina(bhond).
What is the pincode of Budena?
The pincode of Budena is 480224.
What is the population of Budena?
Budena had a total population of 338, including 172 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Budena?
Budena had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budena was 49.28%. Male literacy was 65.25% and female literacy was 32.85%.