Budh - Khatav, Satara
Budh is a village situated in the Khatav tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaduj and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Budh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budh is 563476. The village covers a total geographical area of 1560 hectares and falls under the 415503 pincode. Satara is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Budh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koregaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budh
As per Census 2011, Budh village has a total population of 5,828 people, consisting of 2,975 males and 2,853 females. The village has 1,227 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 625 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,351 literate and 1,477 illiterate residents. Additionally, 601 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,828 | 2,975 | 2,853 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 625 | 323 | 302 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 601 | 306 | 295 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 4,351 | 2,389 | 1,962 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,477 | 586 | 891 |
Nearby Villages of Budh
Budh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Katewadi | West | 2.42 km |
| Pangarkhel | North | 3.07 km |
| Rajapur | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Vetane | South | 3.78 km |
| Lalgun | North-West | 3.87 km |
| Ranshingwadi | South-East | 4.36 km |
| Bothe | East | 5.44 km |
| Diskal | North-West | 5.63 km |
| Nagnathawadi | West | 5.90 km |
| Garavadi | North | 6.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budh
Budh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Koregaon, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Satara to Budh is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Budh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budh 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Budh
Where is Budh located?
Budh village is located in Khatav Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budh?
Budh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Budh?
The pincode of Budh is 415503.
What is the population of Budh?
Budh has a total population of 5,828, including 2,975 males and 2,853 females.
How many households are there in Budh?
There are 1,227 households in Budh.
What is the literacy rate in Budh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budh is 74.66%. Male literacy is 80.30% and female literacy is 68.77%.