Budhaina - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Budhaina is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Budhaina village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhaina is 490651. The village covers a total geographical area of 899.45 hectares and falls under the 487118 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Budhaina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhaina
As per Census 2011, Budhaina village has a total population of 1,141 people, consisting of 583 males and 558 females. The village has 280 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 555 literate and 586 illiterate residents. Additionally, 389 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 433 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhaina are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,141 | 583 | 558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 90 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 389 | 203 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 433 | 217 | 216 |
| Literate Population | 555 | 315 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 586 | 268 | 318 |
Nearby Villages of Budhaina
Budhaina 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Katkuhi | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Bamhani | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Boriya | North | 3.19 km |
| Dhourpur | North-East | 3.31 km |
| Ninai(b) | West | 3.66 km |
| Salaiya | East | 3.74 km |
| Umariya | North-East | 4.38 km |
| Ninai(a) | West | 4.88 km |
| Dhawai | South-East | 4.88 km |
| Kohka | North-West | 5.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhaina
Public transport in the Budhaina is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shridham, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gotegaon to Budhaina is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Budhaina is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhaina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhaina 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 Budhaina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhaina 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 Budhaina
Where is Budhaina located?
Budhaina village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhaina?
Budhaina is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Budhaina?
The pincode of Budhaina is 487118.
What is the population of Budhaina?
Budhaina has a total population of 1,141, including 583 males and 558 females.
How many households are there in Budhaina?
There are 280 households in Budhaina.
What is the literacy rate in Budhaina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhaina is 48.64%. Male literacy is 54.03% and female literacy is 43.01%.