Budhli - Chilly Pingal, Doda
Budhli is a village situated in the Chilly Pingal tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from Gandoh and around 68 km from Doda. Budhli village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhli is 004346. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.4 hectares and falls under the 182203 pincode. Doda is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Budhli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhli
According to the 2011 Census, Budhli village had a total population of 380 people, including 197 males and 183 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.72%, with male literacy at 85.80% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 380 | 197 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 151 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 46 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Budhli
Budhli 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 Budhli
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Budhli.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doda to Budhli is about 68 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 Budhli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Budhli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Budhli
Where is Budhli located?
Budhli village is located in Chilly Pingal Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Budhli?
Budhli is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Budhli?
The pincode of Budhli is 182203.
What is the population of Budhli?
Budhli had a total population of 380, including 197 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Budhli?
Budhli had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhli was 76.72%. Male literacy was 85.80% and female literacy was 66.67%.