Budihal Don - Devara Hipparagi, Vijayapura
Budihal Don is a village situated in the Devara Hipparagi taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 35 km from Sindgi and around 55 km from Bijapur. Jalawad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budihal Don village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budihal Don is 599409. The village covers a total geographical area of 306.73 hectares and falls under the 586203 pincode. Sindgi is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Budihal Don village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devar Hippargi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budihal Don
As per Census 2011, Budihal Don village has a total population of 877 people, consisting of 458 males and 419 females. The village has 179 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 617 literate and 260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budihal Don are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 877 | 458 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 78 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 34 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 617 | 355 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 103 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Budihal Don
Budihal Don 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagaraldon | South-West | 2.63 km |
| Jalwad | North | 4.43 km |
| Kadakol | South-East | 4.57 km |
| Bhairawadgi | West | 4.98 km |
| Korwar | North-East | 5.02 km |
| Kondguli | South-East | 6.82 km |
| Nandihal (p.h.) | South | 7.55 km |
| Sindgeri (old) | South-East | 8.29 km |
| Budihal | South-West | 8.60 km |
| Warkanhalli | East | 8.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budihal Don
Budihal Don is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kudgi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.2 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 Sindgi to Budihal Don is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Budihal Don is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budihal Don
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budihal Don village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Budihal Don
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 Don village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Budihal Don
Where is Budihal Don located?
Budihal Don village is located in Devara Hipparagi Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budihal Don?
The Gram Panchayat of Budihal Don is Jalawad.
What is the pincode of Budihal Don?
The pincode of Budihal Don is 586203.
What is the population of Budihal Don?
Budihal Don has a total population of 877, including 458 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Budihal Don?
There are 179 households in Budihal Don.
What is the literacy rate in Budihal Don?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budihal Don is 70.35%. Male literacy is 77.51% and female literacy is 62.53%.