Budhadand - Deosar, Singrauli
Budhadand is a village situated in the Deosar tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deosar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Budadand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhadand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhadand is 503695. The village covers a total geographical area of 394.11 hectares and falls under the 486886 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Budhadand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sihawal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhadand
As per Census 2011, Budhadand village has a total population of 2,328 people, consisting of 1,208 males and 1,120 females. The village has 455 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 520 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 988 literate and 1,340 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 778 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhadand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,328 | 1,208 | 1,120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 520 | 266 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 69 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 778 | 409 | 369 |
| Literate Population | 988 | 617 | 371 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,340 | 591 | 749 |
Nearby Villages of Budhadand
Budhadand 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamhani | West | 3.18 km |
| Madi | South-West | 3.48 km |
| Badhnai | North-East | 3.52 km |
| Khairabada | South-West | 3.60 km |
| Dhilari | North-West | 3.61 km |
| Kudi | South-West | 4.26 km |
| Saraha | East | 4.67 km |
| Gaurawa | West | 4.83 km |
| Sarvo | South | 4.84 km |
| Parsauna Unmukt | South-West | 4.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhadand
Public transport in the Budhadand is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bargawan, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Budhadand is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhadand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhadand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Budhadand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhadand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Budhadand
Where is Budhadand located?
Budhadand village is located in Deosar Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhadand?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhadand is Budadand.
What is the pincode of Budhadand?
The pincode of Budhadand is 486886.
What is the population of Budhadand?
Budhadand has a total population of 2,328, including 1,208 males and 1,120 females.
How many households are there in Budhadand?
There are 455 households in Budhadand.
What is the literacy rate in Budhadand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhadand is 42.44%. Male literacy is 51.08% and female literacy is 33.13%.