Budhawas Village - Rajgarh, Churu
Budhawas is a village situated in the Rajgarh tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajgarh and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Thimau Choti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhawas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhawas is 070271. The village covers a total geographical area of 589.25 hectares and falls under the 331303 pincode. Pilani is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Budhawas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sadulpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhawas
As per Census 2011, Budhawas village has a total population of 1,235 people, consisting of 620 males and 615 females. The village has 235 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 784 literate and 451 illiterate residents. Additionally, 250 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhawas are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,235 | 620 | 615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 90 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 125 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 784 | 455 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 451 | 165 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Budhawas
Budhawas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thimau Chhoti | East | 1.45 km |
| Bajawa | South | 2.21 km |
| Naurangpura | North | 2.80 km |
| Tigiyas | West | 3.08 km |
| Thimau Bari | East | 3.37 km |
| Nandrampura | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Dhandhariya | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Sulkhaniya Chhota | North | 4.38 km |
| Sainipura | South | 4.43 km |
| Kulhariyon Ka Bas | South-East | 4.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhawas
Budhawas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ratan Shahr, while the nearest airport is Bhiwani Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pilani to Budhawas is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Budhawas 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 Budhawas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhawas 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 Budhawas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhawas 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 Budhawas
Where is Budhawas located?
Budhawas village is located in Rajgarh Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhawas?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhawas is Thimau Choti.
What is the pincode of Budhawas?
The pincode of Budhawas is 331303.
What is the population of Budhawas?
Budhawas has a total population of 1,235, including 620 males and 615 females.
How many households are there in Budhawas?
There are 235 households in Budhawas.
What is the literacy rate in Budhawas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhawas is 63.48%. Male literacy is 73.39% and female literacy is 53.50%.