Budhgaon - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Budhgaon is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Budhgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhgaon is 490454. The village covers a total geographical area of 834.53 hectares and falls under the 487001 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Budhgaon 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 Budhgaon
As per Census 2011, Budhgaon village has a total population of 944 people, consisting of 498 males and 446 females. The village has 252 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 515 literate and 429 illiterate residents. Additionally, 140 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 944 | 498 | 446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 85 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 74 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 515 | 321 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 177 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Budhgaon
Budhgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badhaiya Kheda | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Jugpura | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Pawla | North | 2.72 km |
| Bhainsa | South-East | 2.88 km |
| Belkhedi | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Sankal | West | 3.54 km |
| Khobi | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Matapur | North-West | 3.89 km |
| Mohas | South-West | 4.21 km |
| Rakhi | South-East | 4.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhgaon
Budhgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karak Bel, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gotegaon to Budhgaon is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Budhgaon is about 24 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 Budhgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhgaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Budhgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhgaon 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 Budhgaon
Where is Budhgaon located?
Budhgaon village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhgaon?
Budhgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Budhgaon?
The pincode of Budhgaon is 487001.
What is the population of Budhgaon?
Budhgaon has a total population of 944, including 498 males and 446 females.
How many households are there in Budhgaon?
There are 252 households in Budhgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Budhgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhgaon is 54.56%. Male literacy is 64.46% and female literacy is 43.50%.