Budhal
Budhal is a Town and Tehsil in Rajouri District of Jammu & Kashmir. In India, a tehsil is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Budhal Block (CD) is 00023. The total area of Budhal Tehsil is 468 km². Budhal has a sex ratio of approximately 893 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Budhal Tehsil
Budhal Tehsil has a total of 52 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Budhal Tehsil, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
# | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
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1 | Bambel | N/A | Rajouri (75 km) |
2 | Barsala | N/A | Rajouri (9 km) |
3 | Behinambal | N/A | Rajouri (45 km) |
4 | Bhela | N/A | Rajouri (62 km) |
5 | Budhal | N/A | Rajouri (54 km) |
6 | Chambi Trar | N/A | Rajouri (18 km) |
7 | Dandwat | N/A | Rajouri (57 km) |
8 | Darman | N/A | Rajouri (45 km) |
9 | Dharsakri | N/A | Rajouri (32 km) |
10 | Dhelri | N/A | Rajauri (77 km) |
11 | Draj | N/A | Rajouri (35 km) |
12 | Forest Block | N/A | Budhal |
13 | Gadyog | N/A | Rajouri (70 km) |
14 | Gaughroat | N/A | Rajouri (30 km) |
15 | Ghondha | N/A | Rajouri (60 km) |
16 | Gondha | N/A | Rajauri (76 km) |
17 | Gurasarkari | N/A | Budhal |
18 | Hangali | N/A | Rajouri (28 km) |
19 | Hubbi | N/A | Rajouri (32 km) |
20 | Jamola | N/A | Rajouri (35 km) |
21 | Janglanoo | N/A | Rajouri (56 km) |
22 | Kandi | N/A | Rajouri (30 km) |
23 | Kanthol | N/A | Rajouri (50 km) |
24 | Keri Narondi | N/A | Rajouri (65 km) |
25 | Kewal | N/A | Rajouri (52 km) |
26 | Khah | N/A | Rajouri (40 km) |
27 | Khorbani | N/A | Rajouri (76 km) |
28 | Khowas | N/A | Rajouri (72 km) |
29 | Kot Ranka | N/A | Rajouri (34 km) |
30 | Kotchalwal | N/A | Rajouri (72 km) |
31 | Kurhed | N/A | Rajouri (22 km) |
32 | Larkoti | N/A | Rajouri (35 km) |
33 | Mohra | N/A | Rajouri (33 km) |
34 | Narla | N/A | Rajouri (76 km) |
35 | Owdan | N/A | Rajouri (76 km) |
36 | Padhira | N/A | Budhal |
37 | Panglar | N/A | Rajouri (75 km) |
38 | Panhad | N/A | Rajouri (24 km) |
39 | Panjnara | N/A | Rajouri (28 km) |
40 | Parori Gujjran | N/A | Rajouri (25 km) |
41 | Phalini | N/A | Rajouri (60 km) |
42 | Ponda Naka | N/A | Rajouri (20 km) |
43 | Rajnagar | N/A | Rajouri (54 km) |
44 | Rehean | N/A | Rajouri (0 km) |
45 | Sawari | N/A | Rajouri (25 km) |
46 | Shapur | N/A | Rajouri (55 km) |
47 | Soker | N/A | Rajouri (23 km) |
48 | Somote | N/A | Rajouri (55 km) |
49 | Targian | N/A | Rajouri (13 km) |
50 | Tarkasi | N/A | Rajouri (35 km) |
51 | Thelapera | N/A | Rajauri (70 km) |
52 | Tralla Gujjran | N/A | Rajouri (16 km) |
Population of Budhal Tehsil
The population profile of Budhal Tehsil offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Budhal Tehsil's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
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Total Population | 1,23,050 | 1,23,050 | N/A |
Male Population | 64,990 | 64,990 | N/A |
Female Population | 58,060 | 58,060 | N/A |
Child Population (Age 0–6) | 25,471 | 25,471 | N/A |
Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 13,279 | 13,279 | N/A |
Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 12,192 | 12,192 | N/A |
Literate Population | 48,765 | 48,765 | N/A |
Literate Male Population | 32,141 | 32,141 | N/A |
Literate Female Population | 16,624 | 16,624 | N/A |
Illiterate Population | 74,285 | 74,285 | N/A |
Illiterate Male Population | 32,849 | 32,849 | N/A |
Illiterate Female Population | 41,436 | 41,436 | N/A |
Total Households | 23,676 | 23,676 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 1,23,050 people. Includes nearly 64,990 males and 58,060 females. Rural population is about 1,23,050 people.
- There are around 25,471 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 13,279 boys and 12,192 girls.
- Literate population is about 48,765 people. Non-literate population is around 74,285 people.
- There are nearly 23,676 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Budhal Tehsil, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
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Total SC Population | 898 | 898 | N/A |
SC Male Population | 483 | 483 | N/A |
SC Female Population | 415 | 415 | N/A |
Total ST Population | 70,081 | 70,081 | N/A |
ST Male Population | 36,682 | 36,682 | N/A |
ST Female Population | 33,399 | 33,399 | N/A |
Population Density | 263 / km² | 263 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Budhal Tehsil is approximately 898 people, including 483 males and 415 females. Around 898 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Budhal Tehsil is about 70,081 people, including 36,682 males and 33,399 females. Around 70,081 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 263 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 263 people per sq. km.