Budihal - Nippani, Belagavi
Budihal is a village situated in the Nippani taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 32 km from Chikodi and around 81 km from Belgaum. Yamagarani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budihal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budihal is 597134. The village covers a total geographical area of 354.59 hectares and falls under the 591241 pincode. Nipani is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Budihal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nippani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budihal
According to the 2011 Census, Budihal village had a total population of 2,114 people, including 1,085 males and 1,029 females, living in 407 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.49%, with male literacy at 94.12% and female literacy at 76.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 335, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 2,114 | 1,085 | 1,029 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 133 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 335 | 172 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,609 | 896 | 713 |
| Illiterate Population | 505 | 189 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Budihal
Budihal 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 Budihal
Budihal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nipani to Budihal is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Budihal is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budihal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budihal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Budihal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budihal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Budihal
Where is Budihal located?
Budihal village is located in Nippani Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budihal?
The Gram Panchayat of Budihal is Yamagarani.
What is the pincode of Budihal?
The pincode of Budihal is 591241.
What is the population of Budihal?
Budihal had a total population of 2,114, including 1,085 males and 1,029 females.
How many households are there in Budihal?
Budihal had 407 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budihal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budihal was 85.49%. Male literacy was 94.12% and female literacy was 76.67%.