Budnahatti - Challakere, Chitradurga
Budnahatti is a village situated in the Challakere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Challakere and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Budnahatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budnahatti is 605328. The village covers a total geographical area of 1340.06 hectares and falls under the 577543 pincode. Challakere is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Budnahatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Challakere Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budnahatti
As per Census 2011, Budnahatti village has a total population of 2,577 people, consisting of 1,271 males and 1,306 females. The village has 521 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 365 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,436 literate and 1,141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 465 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,323 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budnahatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,577 | 1,271 | 1,306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 365 | 179 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 465 | 216 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,323 | 664 | 659 |
| Literate Population | 1,436 | 798 | 638 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,141 | 473 | 668 |
Nearby Villages of Budnahatti
Budnahatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chikkaammanahalli | North | 3.28 km |
| Challakere(rural) | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Veeradimmanahalli | South-West | 3.80 km |
| Duggavara | East | 4.13 km |
| Chikkaullarti | East | 4.44 km |
| Varavoo | North | 5.67 km |
| Giriyammanahalli | North-East | 5.97 km |
| Gorlakatte | South-West | 6.44 km |
| Bommasamudra | South-East | 6.92 km |
| Neralagunte | North-West | 7.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budnahatti
Public transport in the Budnahatti is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Challakere, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Challakere to Budnahatti is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Budnahatti is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budnahatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budnahatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Budnahatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budnahatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Budnahatti
Where is Budnahatti located?
Budnahatti village is located in Challakere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budnahatti?
Budnahatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Budnahatti?
The pincode of Budnahatti is 577543.
What is the population of Budnahatti?
Budnahatti has a total population of 2,577, including 1,271 males and 1,306 females.
How many households are there in Budnahatti?
There are 521 households in Budnahatti.
What is the literacy rate in Budnahatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budnahatti is 55.72%. Male literacy is 62.79% and female literacy is 48.85%.