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
According to the 2011 Census, Budhena village had a total population of 795 people, including 399 males and 396 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.30%, with male literacy at 68.26% and female literacy at 41.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 750.
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 | 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 had a total population of 795, including 399 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Budhena?
Budhena had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhena was 55.30%. Male literacy was 68.26% and female literacy was 41.44%.