Budki - Shirpur, Dhule
Budki is a village situated in the Shirpur tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirpur and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Budki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budki is 525969. The village covers a total geographical area of 273.16 hectares and falls under the 425428 pincode. Shirpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Budki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Budki
As per Census 2011, Budki village has a total population of 4,904 people, consisting of 2,406 males and 2,498 females. The village has 956 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 912 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,084 literate and 2,820 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,826 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,904 | 2,406 | 2,498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 912 | 463 | 449 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 30 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,826 | 2,366 | 2,460 |
| Literate Population | 2,084 | 1,140 | 944 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,820 | 1,266 | 1,554 |
Nearby Villages of Budki
Budki is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Budki
Budki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shirpur to Budki is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhule to Budki is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budki 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Budki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budki 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 Budki
Where is Budki located?
Budki village is located in Shirpur Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budki?
Budki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Budki?
The pincode of Budki is 425428.
What is the population of Budki?
Budki has a total population of 4,904, including 2,406 males and 2,498 females.
How many households are there in Budki?
There are 956 households in Budki.
What is the literacy rate in Budki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budki is 42.50%. Male literacy is 47.38% and female literacy is 37.79%.