Budhoda - Ausa, Latur
Budhoda is a village situated in the Ausa tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ausa and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Budhoda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhoda is 560622. The village covers a total geographical area of 1182 hectares and falls under the 413520 pincode. Latur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Budhoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ausa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhoda
As per Census 2011, Budhoda village has a total population of 3,762 people, consisting of 1,932 males and 1,830 females. The village has 773 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 474 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,454 literate and 1,308 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,409 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 81 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,762 | 1,932 | 1,830 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 474 | 243 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,409 | 726 | 683 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 2,454 | 1,398 | 1,056 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,308 | 534 | 774 |
Nearby Villages of Budhoda
Budhoda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Umbadga Bk. | West | 2.07 km |
| Selu | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Umbadga Kh. | South-West | 2.87 km |
| Hasala | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Shindala Jahagir | North-East | 4.36 km |
| Peth | North | 4.44 km |
| Gangapur | North-West | 4.61 km |
| Khuntegaon | East | 5.01 km |
| Yerandi | South-East | 5.37 km |
| Chandeshwar | North-East | 5.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhoda
Budhoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Harangul, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Latur to Budhoda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Budhoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Budhoda
Where is Budhoda located?
Budhoda village is located in Ausa Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhoda?
Budhoda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Budhoda?
The pincode of Budhoda is 413520.
What is the population of Budhoda?
Budhoda has a total population of 3,762, including 1,932 males and 1,830 females.
How many households are there in Budhoda?
There are 773 households in Budhoda.
What is the literacy rate in Budhoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhoda is 65.23%. Male literacy is 72.36% and female literacy is 57.70%.