Budhewal - Ludhiana (East), Ludhiana
Budhewal is a village situated in the Ludhiana (East) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (east) and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Budhewal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhewal is 033447. The village covers a total geographical area of 443 hectares and falls under the 141112 pincode. Ludhiana is the nearest town.
Budhewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sahnewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhewal
As per Census 2011, Budhewal village has a total population of 1,168 people, consisting of 632 males and 536 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 848 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 916 literate and 252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 503 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhewal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,168 | 632 | 536 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 60 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 503 | 276 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 916 | 520 | 396 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 112 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Budhewal
Budhewal 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 Budhewal
Budhewal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Ludhiana to Budhewal is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhewal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Budhewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhewal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Budhewal
Where is Budhewal located?
Budhewal village is located in Ludhiana (East) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhewal?
Budhewal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Budhewal?
The pincode of Budhewal is 141112.
What is the population of Budhewal?
Budhewal has a total population of 1,168, including 632 males and 536 females.
How many households are there in Budhewal?
There are 279 households in Budhewal.
What is the literacy rate in Budhewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhewal is 78.42%. Male literacy is 82.28% and female literacy is 73.88%.