Budhi Mawai - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Budhi Mawai 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 48 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Silari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhi Mawai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhi Mawai is 490558. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.12 hectares and falls under the 487118 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Budhi Mawai 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 Budhi Mawai
According to the 2011 Census, Budhi Mawai village had a total population of 213 people, including 113 males and 100 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.49%, with male literacy at 82.69% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 90.
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 | 213 | 113 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 9 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 86 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 27 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Budhi Mawai
Budhi Mawai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mawai | South-West | 1.03 km |
| Silari | North-West | 1.27 km |
| Dalpatpur | East | 1.84 km |
| Mahguwan | South | 1.93 km |
| Maliwada | West | 2.35 km |
| Saliwada | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Jhansighat | North | 2.83 km |
| Narwara | South | 3.08 km |
| Mudiya | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Dhudiya | West | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhi Mawai
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Budhi Mawai. The nearest railway station is Bikrampur, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.2 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gotegaon to Budhi Mawai is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Budhi Mawai is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhi Mawai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhi Mawai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Budhi Mawai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhi Mawai 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 Budhi Mawai
Where is Budhi Mawai located?
Budhi Mawai village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhi Mawai?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhi Mawai is Silari.
What is the pincode of Budhi Mawai?
The pincode of Budhi Mawai is 487118.
What is the population of Budhi Mawai?
Budhi Mawai had a total population of 213, including 113 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Budhi Mawai?
Budhi Mawai had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhi Mawai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhi Mawai was 72.49%. Male literacy was 82.69% and female literacy was 60.00%.