Budhavali - Wada, Palghar
Budhavali is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 48 km from Vada and around 45 km from Thane. Budhavali village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhavali is 552090. The village covers a total geographical area of 177.2 hectares and falls under the 421312 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Budhavali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhavali
According to the 2011 Census, Budhavali village had a total population of 921 people, including 450 males and 471 females, living in 200 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.69%, with male literacy at 84.01% and female literacy at 69.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 487.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 921 | 450 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 56 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 487 | 236 | 251 |
| Literate Population | 612 | 331 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 119 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Budhavali
Budhavali 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 Budhavali
Budhavali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Budhavali is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Budhavali is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhavali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhavali 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Budhavali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhavali 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Budhavali
Where is Budhavali located?
Budhavali village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Budhavali?
Budhavali is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Budhavali?
The pincode of Budhavali is 421312.
What is the population of Budhavali?
Budhavali had a total population of 921, including 450 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Budhavali?
Budhavali had 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhavali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhavali was 76.69%. Male literacy was 84.01% and female literacy was 69.55%.