Budhania - Hatod, Indore
Budhania is a village situated in the Hatod tehsil of Indore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hatod and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Indore. Budhaniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhania is 476109. The village covers a total geographical area of 981.62 hectares and falls under the 453111 pincode. Hatod is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Budhania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Depalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Indore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhania
As per Census 2011, Budhania village has a total population of 2,044 people, consisting of 1,048 males and 996 females. The village has 403 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 306 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,167 literate and 877 illiterate residents. Additionally, 373 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 514 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,044 | 1,048 | 996 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 153 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 373 | 191 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 514 | 263 | 251 |
| Literate Population | 1,167 | 722 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 877 | 326 | 551 |
Nearby Villages of Budhania
Budhania 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Songir | North | 2.59 km |
| Jamburdi Hapsi | South-West | 3.35 km |
| Palakhedi | East | 3.49 km |
| Rojadi | West | 4.09 km |
| Limbodagari | North-East | 4.28 km |
| Sagwal | North | 4.38 km |
| Nainod | South | 5.34 km |
| Paliya Haidar | North-East | 5.36 km |
| Puwarda Junarda | North-East | 5.51 km |
| Mali Badodia | South-West | 5.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhania
Budhania is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Palia, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 6.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hatod to Budhania is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Indore to Budhania is about 12 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 Budhania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhania 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 Budhania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhania village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Budhania
Where is Budhania located?
Budhania village is located in Hatod Tehsil, Indore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhania?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhania is Budhaniya.
What is the pincode of Budhania?
The pincode of Budhania is 453111.
What is the population of Budhania?
Budhania has a total population of 2,044, including 1,048 males and 996 females.
How many households are there in Budhania?
There are 403 households in Budhania.
What is the literacy rate in Budhania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhania is 57.09%. Male literacy is 68.89% and female literacy is 44.68%.