Budha - Malhargarh, Mandsaur
Budha is a village situated in the Malhargarh tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malhargarh and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Budha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budha is 469240. The village covers a total geographical area of 1468 hectares and falls under the 458556 pincode. Mandsaur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Budha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malhargarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budha
As per Census 2011, Budha village has a total population of 5,033 people, consisting of 2,566 males and 2,467 females. The village has 1,131 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 585 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,560 literate and 1,473 illiterate residents. Additionally, 931 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 222 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,033 | 2,566 | 2,467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 585 | 319 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 931 | 475 | 456 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 222 | 120 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 3,560 | 2,075 | 1,485 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,473 | 491 | 982 |
Nearby Villages of Budha
Budha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pirguradiya | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Chillodpipalya | East | 2.63 km |
| Munjakhedi | North-East | 2.98 km |
| Garrawad | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Limbawas | West | 3.17 km |
| Badpur | South-West | 3.22 km |
| Irli | North | 3.56 km |
| Awanakachariya | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Talabpipalya | South | 4.13 km |
| Afukhedi | West | 4.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budha
Budha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Piplia, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mandsaur to Budha is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Budha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budha 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 Budha
Where is Budha located?
Budha village is located in Malhargarh Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budha?
Budha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Budha?
The pincode of Budha is 458556.
What is the population of Budha?
Budha has a total population of 5,033, including 2,566 males and 2,467 females.
How many households are there in Budha?
There are 1,131 households in Budha.
What is the literacy rate in Budha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budha is 70.73%. Male literacy is 80.87% and female literacy is 60.19%.