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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Budugam village had a total population of 1,813 people, including 990 males and 823 females, living in 250 households. The sex ratio was 831 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.04%, with male literacy at 72.19% and female literacy at 36.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,808.
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 | 1,813 | 990 | 823 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 423 | 224 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Budugam?
Budugam is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Budugam?
The pincode of Budugam is 193503.
What is the population of Budugam?
Budugam had a total population of 1,813, including 990 males and 823 females.
How many households are there in Budugam?
Budugam had 250 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budugam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budugam was 56.04%. Male literacy was 72.19% and female literacy was 36.22%.