Budla - Bichhiya, Mandla
Budla is a village situated in the Bichhiya tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhiya and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Budla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budla is 493338. The village covers a total geographical area of 443.16 hectares and falls under the 481995 pincode. Bichhiya is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Budla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Budla
According to the 2011 Census, Budla village had a total population of 868 people, including 434 males and 434 females, living in 239 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.44%, with male literacy at 68.08% and female literacy at 47.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 519.
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 | 868 | 434 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 80 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 519 | 250 | 269 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 241 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 451 | 193 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Budla
Budla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deori Ryt. | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Gorakhpur | East | 2.15 km |
| Bamhani Ryt. | South | 2.31 km |
| Kutarwani | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Navgawan (naigawan)ryt. | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Gopisani | East | 3.47 km |
| Bhonda | West | 3.56 km |
| Lapti | West | 3.81 km |
| Bija | East | 3.87 km |
| Basaniya | North | 3.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budla
Budla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Limarua, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bichhiya to Budla is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Budla is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budla 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 Budla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budla 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 Budla
Where is Budla located?
Budla village is located in Bichhiya Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Budla?
Budla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Budla?
The pincode of Budla is 481995.
What is the population of Budla?
Budla had a total population of 868, including 434 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Budla?
Budla had 239 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budla was 57.44%. Male literacy was 68.08% and female literacy was 47.31%.