Budhena - Mohkhed, Chhindwara
Budhena is a village situated in the Mohkhed tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohkhed and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Pradhan Ghoghari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhena village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhena is 495038. The village covers a total geographical area of 274 hectares and falls under the 480331 pincode. Chhindwara is the nearest town, located about 39 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 795 people, consisting of 399 males and 396 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 381 literate and 414 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 750 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhena are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 795 | 399 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 43 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 750 | 377 | 373 |
| Literate Population | 381 | 243 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 156 | 258 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhindwara to Budhena is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Budhena
Where is Budhena located?
Budhena village is located in Mohkhed Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhena?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhena is Pradhan Ghoghari.
What is the pincode of Budhena?
The pincode of Budhena is 480331.
What is the population of Budhena?
Budhena has a total population of 795, including 399 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Budhena?
There are 152 households in Budhena.
What is the literacy rate in Budhena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhena is 47.92%. Male literacy is 60.90% and female literacy is 34.85%.