Budhawali - Mauranipur, Jhansi
Budhawali is a village situated in the Mauranipur tehsil of Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mauranipur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jhansi. Budhawali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhawali is 152596. The village covers a total geographical area of 568.68 hectares and falls under the 284205 pincode. Jhansi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Budhawali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Budhawali
As per Census 2011, Budhawali village has a total population of 1,721 people, consisting of 889 males and 832 females. The village has 350 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 257 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,012 literate and 709 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,023 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhawali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,721 | 889 | 832 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 133 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,023 | 523 | 500 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,012 | 662 | 350 |
| Illiterate Population | 709 | 227 | 482 |
Nearby Villages of Budhawali
Budhawali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Silguwan | West | 2.29 km |
| Chaukri | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Luhar Gaon Bhat | West | 3.43 km |
| Uldan | North-East | 3.63 km |
| Rajgir | North | 3.84 km |
| Ghurat | South | 3.92 km |
| Rajpura | East | 4.01 km |
| Pathakarka | South-East | 4.07 km |
| Nimghana | North | 4.83 km |
| Gairaha | East | 5.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhawali
Budhawali 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 Teharka, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.1 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 Jhansi to Budhawali is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhansi to Budhawali 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 Budhawali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhawali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Budhawali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhawali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Budhawali
Where is Budhawali located?
Budhawali village is located in Mauranipur Tehsil, Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhawali?
Budhawali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Budhawali?
The pincode of Budhawali is 284205.
What is the population of Budhawali?
Budhawali has a total population of 1,721, including 889 males and 832 females.
How many households are there in Budhawali?
There are 350 households in Budhawali.
What is the literacy rate in Budhawali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhawali is 58.80%. Male literacy is 74.47% and female literacy is 42.07%.