Budhakhera - Banda, Sagar
Budhakhera is a village situated in the Banda tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banda and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Budakhera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhakhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhakhera is 460267. The village covers a total geographical area of 1253.84 hectares and falls under the 470335 pincode. Banda is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Budhakhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Banda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Damoh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhakhera
As per Census 2011, Budhakhera village has a total population of 2,820 people, consisting of 1,497 males and 1,323 females. The village has 676 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 472 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,577 literate and 1,243 illiterate residents. Additionally, 540 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,139 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhakhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,820 | 1,497 | 1,323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 472 | 256 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 540 | 297 | 243 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,139 | 590 | 549 |
| Literate Population | 1,577 | 958 | 619 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,243 | 539 | 704 |
Nearby Villages of Budhakhera
Budhakhera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Midwasa | West | 2.99 km |
| Summera | North-West | 3.64 km |
| Sahawan | North | 3.70 km |
| Bilauwa | North-East | 3.72 km |
| Dhaboli | East | 3.91 km |
| Padariya | South | 4.01 km |
| Chandhok | North-West | 4.16 km |
| Simariya Chhapri | North-West | 4.81 km |
| Magron | East | 4.92 km |
| Sanodha | West | 5.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhakhera
Budhakhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dangidhar, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Banda to Budhakhera is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Budhakhera is about 32 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 Budhakhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhakhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Budhakhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhakhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Budhakhera
Where is Budhakhera located?
Budhakhera village is located in Banda Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhakhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhakhera is Budakhera.
What is the pincode of Budhakhera?
The pincode of Budhakhera is 470335.
What is the population of Budhakhera?
Budhakhera has a total population of 2,820, including 1,497 males and 1,323 females.
How many households are there in Budhakhera?
There are 676 households in Budhakhera.
What is the literacy rate in Budhakhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhakhera is 55.92%. Male literacy is 63.99% and female literacy is 46.79%.