Budagudi - Natham, Dindigul
Budagudi is a village situated in the Natham taluka of Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Natham and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dindigul. Boothagudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budagudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budagudi is 635311. The village covers a total geographical area of 490.25 hectares and falls under the 624402 pincode. Natham is the nearest town.
Budagudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Natham Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindigul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budagudi
According to the 2011 Census, Budagudi village had a total population of 1,425 people, including 726 males and 699 females, living in 359 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.40%, with male literacy at 85.67% and female literacy at 64.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
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 | 1,425 | 726 | 699 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 84 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 49 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 941 | 550 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 484 | 176 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Budagudi
Budagudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Budagudi R.f. | North-East | 1.57 km |
| Samudrapatti | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Poolamalai R.f. | West | 3.34 km |
| Manappachcheri | East | 3.48 km |
| Kunnarampatti | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Pannimalai | North-West | 3.98 km |
| Sekkipatti | South | 4.06 km |
| Avichchippatti | West | 4.72 km |
| Sirugudi | North | 4.75 km |
| Chokkampatti | East | 5.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budagudi
Public transport in the Budagudi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vadamadura, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.1 km.
| 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 Dindigul to Budagudi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budagudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budagudi 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 Budagudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budagudi 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 Budagudi
Where is Budagudi located?
Budagudi village is located in Natham Taluka, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Budagudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Budagudi is Boothagudi.
What is the pincode of Budagudi?
The pincode of Budagudi is 624402.
What is the population of Budagudi?
Budagudi had a total population of 1,425, including 726 males and 699 females.
How many households are there in Budagudi?
Budagudi had 359 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budagudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budagudi was 75.40%. Male literacy was 85.67% and female literacy was 64.52%.