Budhwara - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Budhwara is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Dhandiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhwara is 490952. The village covers a total geographical area of 230.52 hectares and falls under the 487441 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Budhwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhwara
As per Census 2011, Budhwara village has a total population of 604 people, consisting of 320 males and 284 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 403 literate and 201 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 39 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhwara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 604 | 320 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 38 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 60 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 403 | 232 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 88 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Budhwara
Budhwara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dudhwara | South | 1.74 km |
| Marka | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Ajansara | East | 1.85 km |
| Dhandiya | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Chirchira | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Khulri | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Lakha | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Sujwara | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Sihora | South | 3.25 km |
| Harrai | South-East | 3.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhwara
Budhwara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bohani, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadarwara to Budhwara is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Budhwara is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhwara 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 Budhwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhwara 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Budhwara
Where is Budhwara located?
Budhwara village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhwara is Dhandiya.
What is the pincode of Budhwara?
The pincode of Budhwara is 487441.
What is the population of Budhwara?
Budhwara has a total population of 604, including 320 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Budhwara?
There are 163 households in Budhwara.
What is the literacy rate in Budhwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhwara is 66.72%. Male literacy is 72.50% and female literacy is 60.21%.