Budlay - Gulana, Shajapur
Budlay is a village situated in the Gulana tehsil of Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gulana and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Shajapur. Budlay village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budlay is 472856. The village covers a total geographical area of 873.82 hectares and falls under the 465227 pincode. Sarangpur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Budlay village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shujalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dewas Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budlay
As per Census 2011, Budlay village has a total population of 1,820 people, consisting of 945 males and 875 females. The village has 400 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 213 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,165 literate and 655 illiterate residents. Additionally, 336 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 94 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budlay are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,820 | 945 | 875 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 111 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 336 | 193 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 52 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 1,165 | 723 | 442 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 222 | 433 |
Nearby Villages of Budlay
Budlay 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bedar Nagar | East | 1.96 km |
| Salsalai | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Kharsoda | West | 2.41 km |
| Chitawad | North | 2.68 km |
| Mali Khedi | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Khamkheda | North-East | 3.97 km |
| Modipur | East | 4.17 km |
| Dhanana | South-East | 4.20 km |
| Kamapur | East | 4.25 km |
| Mudlay | South | 4.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budlay
Budlay 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 Akodia, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Sarangpur to Budlay is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shajapur to Budlay is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budlay
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budlay village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Budlay
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budlay 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Budlay
Where is Budlay located?
Budlay village is located in Gulana Tehsil, Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budlay?
Budlay is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Budlay?
The pincode of Budlay is 465227.
What is the population of Budlay?
Budlay has a total population of 1,820, including 945 males and 875 females.
How many households are there in Budlay?
There are 400 households in Budlay.
What is the literacy rate in Budlay?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budlay is 64.01%. Male literacy is 76.51% and female literacy is 50.51%.