Budasa - Tonk Khurd, Dewas
Budasa is a village situated in the Tonk Khurd tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tonk Khurd and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Budasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budasa is 473306. The village covers a total geographical area of 267.93 hectares and falls under the 455115 pincode. Bhaurasa is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Budasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonkatch Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dewas Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budasa
According to the 2011 Census, Budasa village had a total population of 1,622 people, including 836 males and 786 females, living in 303 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.85%, with male literacy at 87.96% and female literacy at 56.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 394.
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 | 1,622 | 836 | 786 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 105 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 394 | 208 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,033 | 643 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 589 | 193 | 396 |
Nearby Villages of Budasa
Budasa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Budasi | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Janolibuzurg | West | 2.02 km |
| Sumrakhedi | South | 3.29 km |
| Nandel | North | 3.59 km |
| Fatepur | North-West | 3.81 km |
| Rabadiya | West | 3.87 km |
| Samwarsi | East | 3.87 km |
| Sindani | West | 3.88 km |
| Kulala | East | 4.18 km |
| Kanheria | North-East | 4.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budasa
Budasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dewas, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bhaurasa to Budasa is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Budasa is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Budasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budasa 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Budasa
Where is Budasa located?
Budasa village is located in Tonk Khurd Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budasa?
Budasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Budasa?
The pincode of Budasa is 455115.
What is the population of Budasa?
Budasa had a total population of 1,622, including 836 males and 786 females.
How many households are there in Budasa?
Budasa had 303 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budasa was 72.85%. Male literacy was 87.96% and female literacy was 56.77%.