Buldhana is a district in the Amravati Division of Maharashtra, with Buldhana city serving as its administrative headquarters. The district lies in the western Vidarbha region and is known for the world-famous Lonar Crater Lake, the pilgrimage town of Shegaon, the birthplace of Rajmata Jijau at Sindkhed Raja and a largely agricultural economy. Buldhana covers about 9,661 sq. km and had a population of 25,86,258 according to Census 2011 figures used by the district administration. The district currently has six subdivisions and 13 tehsils.
Quick Overview of Buldhana District
| Particular | Details |
| State | Maharashtra |
| Administrative Division | Amravati Division |
| District Headquarters | Buldhana |
| Area | 9,661 sq. km |
| Population | 25,86,258 |
| Literacy Rate | 83.4% |
| Sub-Divisions | 6 |
| Tehsils | 13 |
| Villages | 1,444 |
| Main Court | District and Sessions Court, Buldhana |
| Railway Station in Buldhana City | None |
| Nearest Railway Station | Malkapur |
| Railway Station Code | MKU |
| Railway Zone | Central Railway |
| Railway Division | Bhusawal Division |
| Main Buldhana PIN Code | 443001 |
| Nearest Commercial Airport | Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Airport |
| Official District Website | buldhana.nic.in |
The official demography page records a literacy rate of 83.4%, while the village directory lists 1,444 villages.
Location of Buldhana District
Buldhana lies in the northern part of Maharashtra. Madhya Pradesh lies to the north, while the district is surrounded by Akola, Jalgaon, Jalna and neighbouring Maharashtra districts on its other sides.
Much of Buldhana lies around the Ajanta hill ranges and adjoining plains. Agriculture is an important part of the local economy, with cotton, soybean, pulses, cereals and oilseeds grown in different parts of the district.
Buldhana city itself is located in a comparatively elevated area and has traditionally been known for its cooler surroundings compared with the plains below. The district also contains important railway towns such as Malkapur, Nandura, Khamgaon and Shegaon.
Administration of Buldhana District
Buldhana city is the district administrative headquarters.
The district has six subdivisions:
- Buldhana
- Mehkar
- Khamgaon
- Malkapur
- Jalgaon Jamod
- Sindkhed Raja
The 13 tehsils are:
- Buldhana
- Chikhli
- Mehkar
- Lonar
- Deulgaon Raja
- Sindkhed Raja
- Motala
- Malkapur
- Nandura
- Khamgaon
- Shegaon
- Jalgaon Jamod
- Sangrampur
The present district portal confirms this administrative structure.
Municipalities and Urban Local Bodies
The official municipal directory currently lists important City Councils including:
- Buldhana
- Chikhli
- Deulgaon Raja
- Jalgaon Jamod
- Khamgaon
- Lonar
- Malkapur
- Mehkar
- Motala
- Nandura
Sindkhed Raja and other urban centres also have local municipal administration. These bodies manage sanitation, roads, drainage, street lighting and other civic services.
Buldhana District Court
The principal judicial establishment is the District and Sessions Court, Buldhana.
Bombay High Court records confirm the District and Sessions Court at Buldhana along with subordinate judicial establishments at places such as Mehkar, Khamgaon, Malkapur, Chikhli, Lonar and Deulgaon Raja.
Citizens can use official eCourts services to check:
- Case status
- CNR details
- Cause lists
- Hearing dates
- Court orders
District Court Location
The main court complex is located at:
District and Sessions Court, Buldhana, Maharashtra – 443001
Bombay High Court records officially use this address and PIN for the district court. The District Legal Services Authority also functions through the District and Sessions Court at Buldhana.
Railway Station for Buldhana
Buldhana city does not have its own railway station.
The nearest railway station identified by the district administration is Malkapur Railway Station, about 45 km from Buldhana headquarters.
Railway Station Code: MKU
Indian Railways lists Malkapur with code MKU under Central Railway. It falls within the Bhusawal Division.
Other important railway stations within the district include:
- Shegaon
- Nandura
- Jalamb Junction
- Khamgaon
Bhusawal and Akola are larger nearby junctions and may offer more long-distance train options.
Malkapur Railway Station Location
Malkapur Railway Station is located in Malkapur town, Buldhana district.
The local post office is officially listed on Railway Station Road, Malkapur, confirming the station’s central location within the town.
Passengers travelling to Buldhana city from Malkapur must continue by road. Buses, taxis and shared vehicles are generally available.
Road Connectivity
Road transport is especially important for Buldhana because the district headquarters has no railway station.
The district administration notes that the major east-west highway corridor passes through Khamgaon, Nandura and Malkapur areas. Regular Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation buses connect Buldhana with towns across the district and neighbouring cities.
Important road connections include:
- Buldhana–Malkapur
- Buldhana–Chikhli
- Buldhana–Khamgaon
- Buldhana–Shegaon
- Buldhana–Aurangabad/Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
- Buldhana–Akola
Nearest Airport to Buldhana
The nearest commercial airport commonly used for Buldhana is Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Airport, formerly known as Aurangabad Airport.
The district administration places it about 150 km from Buldhana headquarters. Nagpur Airport is much farther away at roughly 350 km.
For destinations such as Lonar or Sindkhed Raja, the road distance from Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar can be shorter than travelling first to Buldhana city.
Buldhana Pin Code
The main PIN code of Buldhana city is 443001.
India Post officially lists:
Buldana – 443001.
Other important postal codes include:
- Malkapur – 443101
- Motala – 443103
- Chikhli – 443201
- Sindkhed Raja – 443203
- Deulgaon Raja – 443204
- Mehkar – 443301
- Khamgaon – 444303
- Shegaon – 444203
The correct PIN should always be selected according to the exact town or locality.
Major Tourist Places in Buldhana District
Lonar Crater Lake
Lonar is Buldhana’s most distinctive natural attraction. The lake occupies a meteorite-impact crater formed in basalt and contains saline and alkaline water. It is also recognised as an important geological and ecological site.
Shegaon
Shegaon is one of Maharashtra’s major pilgrimage towns and is closely associated with Sant Gajanan Maharaj. It also has its own railway station on the Mumbai–Nagpur–Howrah route.
Sindkhed Raja
Sindkhed Raja is historically important as the birthplace of Rajmata Jijau, born there in 1598. The area includes the historic Rajwada and several old temples and structures.
Ambabarwa Sanctuary
Ambabarwa Wildlife Sanctuary lies in the Satpura region of Sangrampur taluka and is known for forest scenery and wildlife.
FAQs About Buldhana District
Q. Which railway station should I book for Buldhana city?
Malkapur is the nearest railway station to Buldhana headquarters, at about 45 km. If the required train does not stop there, Akola or Bhusawal may offer more options, followed by a road journey.
Q. Which railway station is better for visiting Lonar Lake?
For Lonar specifically, the district tourism department identifies Partur and Jalna as the nearest railway stations. Travellers should not automatically choose Malkapur merely because it is nearest to Buldhana city.
Q. Does Shegaon have direct long-distance trains?
Yes. Shegaon lies on the major Central Railway corridor and the district tourism page lists direct connectivity towards cities including Mumbai, Delhi, Pune, Nagpur, Ahmedabad and several other destinations.
Q. Which airport is more convenient for Sindkhed Raja?
For Sindkhed Raja, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Airport is particularly convenient. The official tourism page places the airport about 92 km from Sindkhed Raja, considerably closer than it is to Buldhana headquarters.
