Budur - Yelbarga, Koppal
Budur is a village situated in the Yelbarga taluka of Koppal district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yelbarga and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Koppal. Bhudura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budur is 601273. The village covers a total geographical area of 1027.67 hectares and falls under the 583277 pincode. Kushtagi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Budur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yelburga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budur
As per Census 2011, Budur village has a total population of 1,361 people, consisting of 709 males and 652 females. The village has 214 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 242 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 674 literate and 687 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 57 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,361 | 709 | 652 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 128 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 52 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 24 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 674 | 432 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 687 | 277 | 410 |
Nearby Villages of Budur
Budur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagarhal | West | 1.85 km |
| Guntamadu | North | 1.96 km |
| Sidlabhavi | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Chikka Mannapur | South | 2.81 km |
| Neerloti | North-East | 3.35 km |
| Gule | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Mayadhunsi | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Vanjabhavi | South-West | 4.32 km |
| Markat | South | 4.82 km |
| Gudadhanamsagar | East | 5.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budur
Budur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ginigera, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kushtagi to Budur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koppal to Budur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Budur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budur 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Budur
Where is Budur located?
Budur village is located in Yelbarga Taluka, Koppal district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budur?
The Gram Panchayat of Budur is Bhudura.
What is the pincode of Budur?
The pincode of Budur is 583277.
What is the population of Budur?
Budur has a total population of 1,361, including 709 males and 652 females.
How many households are there in Budur?
There are 214 households in Budur.
What is the literacy rate in Budur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budur is 49.52%. Male literacy is 60.93% and female literacy is 37.12%.