Budugam - Tulail, Bandipora
Budugam is a village situated in the Tulail tehsil of Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from Gurez and around 120 km from Bandipora. Budugam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budugam is 002718. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.9 hectares and falls under the 193503 pincode. Bandipora is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Budugam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bandipora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budugam
As per Census 2011, Budugam village has a total population of 1,813 people, consisting of 990 males and 823 females. The village has 250 households and a sex ratio of 831 females per 1,000 males. There are 423 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 779 literate and 1,034 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,808 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budugam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,813 | 990 | 823 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 423 | 224 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,808 | 987 | 821 |
| Literate Population | 779 | 553 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,034 | 437 | 597 |
Nearby Villages of Budugam
Budugam 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 Budugam
Public transport in the Budugam is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bandipora to Budugam is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budugam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budugam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Budugam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budugam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Budugam
Where is Budugam located?
Budugam village is located in Tulail Tehsil, Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budugam?
Budugam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Budugam?
The pincode of Budugam is 193503.
What is the population of Budugam?
Budugam has a total population of 1,813, including 990 males and 823 females.
How many households are there in Budugam?
There are 250 households in Budugam.
What is the literacy rate in Budugam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budugam is 42.97%. Male literacy is 55.86% and female literacy is 27.46%.