Budrakatti - Bailahongala, Belagavi
Budrakatti is a village situated in the Bailahongala taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 23 km from Sampagaon and around 54 km from Belgaum. Budarkatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budrakatti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budrakatti is 598149. The village covers a total geographical area of 1464.34 hectares and falls under the 591104 pincode. Bail Hongal is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Budrakatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bailhongal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Belagavi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budrakatti
As per Census 2011, Budrakatti village has a total population of 4,517 people, consisting of 2,340 males and 2,177 females. The village has 861 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 511 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,508 literate and 2,009 illiterate residents. Additionally, 423 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 145 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budrakatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,517 | 2,340 | 2,177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 511 | 267 | 244 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 423 | 202 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 80 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 2,508 | 1,505 | 1,003 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,009 | 835 | 1,174 |
Nearby Villages of Budrakatti
Budrakatti is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bidaragaddi | West | 2.82 km |
| Govanakoppa | East | 2.92 km |
| Thimmapur-m-tadakod | South | 3.16 km |
| Siddasamudra | North | 3.72 km |
| Kadasagatti | West | 4.00 km |
| Gudikatti | East | 4.45 km |
| Chikkabellikatti | South-East | 5.00 km |
| Khanapur-m-tadakod | South-West | 5.04 km |
| Jeeragiwad | South-East | 5.09 km |
| Tadakod | South | 5.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budrakatti
Budrakatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mugad, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bail Hongal to Budrakatti is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Budrakatti is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budrakatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budrakatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Budrakatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budrakatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Budrakatti
Where is Budrakatti located?
Budrakatti village is located in Bailahongala Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budrakatti?
The Gram Panchayat of Budrakatti is Budarkatti.
What is the pincode of Budrakatti?
The pincode of Budrakatti is 591104.
What is the population of Budrakatti?
Budrakatti has a total population of 4,517, including 2,340 males and 2,177 females.
How many households are there in Budrakatti?
There are 861 households in Budrakatti.
What is the literacy rate in Budrakatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budrakatti is 55.52%. Male literacy is 64.32% and female literacy is 46.07%.