Budaur - Palera, Tikamgarh
Budaur is a village situated in the Palera tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palera and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Boodour serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budaur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budaur is 456997. The village covers a total geographical area of 606.16 hectares and falls under the 472221 pincode. Palera is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Budaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khargapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budaur
As per Census 2011, Budaur village has a total population of 3,065 people, consisting of 1,597 males and 1,468 females. The village has 720 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 510 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,661 literate and 1,404 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,606 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budaur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,065 | 1,597 | 1,468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 510 | 267 | 243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,606 | 835 | 771 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,661 | 1,036 | 625 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,404 | 561 | 843 |
Nearby Villages of Budaur
Budaur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khumanganj | South | 1.62 km |
| Kotra Khera | West | 1.90 km |
| Ghutkada Sanjayanagar | North | 2.16 km |
| Mallpura | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Lahar Bujurg | East | 2.93 km |
| Gowa | North | 2.98 km |
| Thar | West | 3.06 km |
| Tapriyan Chauhan | South | 3.25 km |
| Mahendra Maheva | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Lidhora Naj. Tori | South | 3.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budaur
Budaur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mau Ranipur, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palera to Budaur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Budaur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budaur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Budaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budaur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Budaur
Where is Budaur located?
Budaur village is located in Palera Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budaur?
The Gram Panchayat of Budaur is Boodour.
What is the pincode of Budaur?
The pincode of Budaur is 472221.
What is the population of Budaur?
Budaur has a total population of 3,065, including 1,597 males and 1,468 females.
How many households are there in Budaur?
There are 720 households in Budaur.
What is the literacy rate in Budaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budaur is 54.19%. Male literacy is 64.87% and female literacy is 42.57%.