Budhel - Raikot, Ludhiana
Budhel is a village situated in the Raikot tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikot and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Budhel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhel is 033681. The village covers a total geographical area of 153 hectares and falls under the 141104 pincode. Mullanpur Dakha is the nearest town.
Budhel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raikot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhel
According to the 2011 Census, Budhel village had a total population of 1,043 people, including 547 males and 496 females, living in 210 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.63%, with male literacy at 86.64% and female literacy at 74.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 638.
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 | 1,043 | 547 | 496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 68 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 638 | 331 | 307 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 741 | 415 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 132 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Budhel
Budhel 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 Budhel
Budhel is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Budhel.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Budhel is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhel 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Budhel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Budhel
Where is Budhel located?
Budhel village is located in Raikot Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhel?
Budhel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Budhel?
The pincode of Budhel is 141104.
What is the population of Budhel?
Budhel had a total population of 1,043, including 547 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Budhel?
Budhel had 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhel was 80.63%. Male literacy was 86.64% and female literacy was 74.09%.