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
According to the 2011 Census, Budhewal village had a total population of 1,168 people, including 632 males and 536 females, living in 279 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.42%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 81.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 503.
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 | 1,168 | 632 | 536 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 60 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 503 | 276 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,168, including 632 males and 536 females.
How many households are there in Budhewal?
Budhewal had 279 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhewal was 86.42%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 81.15%.