Budhena - Harrai, Chhindwara
Budhena is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Budhaina(chatti) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhena village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhena is 494217. The village covers a total geographical area of 742 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Amarwara is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Budhena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Budhena
As per Census 2011, Budhena village has a total population of 751 people, consisting of 361 males and 390 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 1,080 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 393 literate and 358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 510 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhena are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 751 | 361 | 390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 46 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 510 | 243 | 267 |
| Literate Population | 393 | 229 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 132 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Budhena
Budhena 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 Budhena
Budhena is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Amarwara to Budhena is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Budhena is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhena 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 Budhena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhena 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 Budhena
Where is Budhena located?
Budhena village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhena?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhena is Budhaina(chatti).
What is the pincode of Budhena?
The pincode of Budhena is 480224.
What is the population of Budhena?
Budhena has a total population of 751, including 361 males and 390 females.
How many households are there in Budhena?
There are 159 households in Budhena.
What is the literacy rate in Budhena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhena is 52.33%. Male literacy is 63.43% and female literacy is 42.05%.