Budlung Saljhar - Rangjuli, Goalpara
Budlung Saljhar is a village situated in the Rangjuli subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rangjuli and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Kahibari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budlung Saljhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budlung Saljhar is 282509. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.75 hectares and falls under the 783130 pincode. Goalpara is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Budlung Saljhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dudhnoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gauhati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budlung Saljhar
According to the 2011 Census, Budlung Saljhar village had a total population of 68 people, including 36 males and 32 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.13%, with male literacy at 76.47% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 51.
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 | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 10 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Budlung Saljhar
Budlung Saljhar 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 Budlung Saljhar
Public transport in the Budlung Saljhar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Budlung Saljhar.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Goalpara to Budlung Saljhar is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budlung Saljhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budlung Saljhar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Budlung Saljhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budlung Saljhar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Budlung Saljhar
Where is Budlung Saljhar located?
Budlung Saljhar village is located in Rangjuli Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budlung Saljhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Budlung Saljhar is Kahibari.
What is the pincode of Budlung Saljhar?
The pincode of Budlung Saljhar is 783130.
What is the population of Budlung Saljhar?
Budlung Saljhar had a total population of 68, including 36 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Budlung Saljhar?
Budlung Saljhar had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budlung Saljhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budlung Saljhar was 78.13%. Male literacy was 76.47% and female literacy was 80.00%.