Budhawal - Mau, Chitrakoot
Budhawal is a village situated in the Mau tehsil of Chitrakoot district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mau and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chitrakoot. Reruwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhawal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhawal is 155989. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.75 hectares and falls under the 210209 pincode.
Budhawal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manikpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhawal
As per Census 2011, Budhawal village has a total population of 691 people, consisting of 370 males and 321 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 444 literate and 247 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhawal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 691 | 370 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 63 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 444 | 268 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 102 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Budhawal
Budhawal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandai | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Reruwa | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Rewadi | North | 2.05 km |
| Laudara | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Ufrauli | East | 2.60 km |
| Rehi | South | 2.70 km |
| Chahata | South | 3.24 km |
| Balhaura | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Nonmai | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Gobraul | North | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhawal
Budhawal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dabhaura, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chitrakoot to Budhawal is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhawal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhawal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Budhawal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhawal 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Budhawal
Where is Budhawal located?
Budhawal village is located in Mau Tehsil, Chitrakoot district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhawal?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhawal is Reruwa.
What is the pincode of Budhawal?
The pincode of Budhawal is 210209.
What is the population of Budhawal?
Budhawal has a total population of 691, including 370 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Budhawal?
There are 117 households in Budhawal.
What is the literacy rate in Budhawal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhawal is 64.25%. Male literacy is 72.43% and female literacy is 54.83%.