Budiwara - Pachpadra, Balotra
Budiwara is a village situated in the Pachpadra tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 19 km from Pachpadra and around 100 km from Barmer. Budiwara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budiwara is 087332. The village covers a total geographical area of 2268 hectares and falls under the 344022 pincode. Balotra is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Budiwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Budiwara
According to the 2011 Census, Budiwara village had a total population of 3,270 people, including 1,727 males and 1,543 females, living in 534 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.02%, with male literacy at 72.98% and female literacy at 41.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 655, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 354.
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 | 3,270 | 1,727 | 1,543 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 545 | 313 | 232 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 655 | 368 | 287 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 354 | 209 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 1,581 | 1,032 | 549 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,689 | 695 | 994 |
Nearby Villages of Budiwara
Budiwara 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 Budiwara
Public transport in the Budiwara is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Balotra to Budiwara is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Budiwara is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budiwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budiwara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Budiwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budiwara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Budiwara
Where is Budiwara located?
Budiwara village is located in Pachpadra Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Budiwara?
Budiwara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Budiwara?
The pincode of Budiwara is 344022.
What is the population of Budiwara?
Budiwara had a total population of 3,270, including 1,727 males and 1,543 females.
How many households are there in Budiwara?
Budiwara had 534 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budiwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budiwara was 58.02%. Male literacy was 72.98% and female literacy was 41.88%.