Budjola - Dewal, Chamoli
Budjola is a village situated in the Dewal tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from Tharali and around 104 km from Gopeshwar. Joula Budjola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budjola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budjola is 041733. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.93 hectares and falls under the 246482 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Budjola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karnprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budjola
According to the 2011 Census, Budjola village had a total population of 139 people, including 63 males and 76 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,206 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.37%, with male literacy at 97.78% and female literacy at 67.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 139 | 63 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 19 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Budjola
Budjola 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 Budjola
Budjola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Karnaprayag to Budjola is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Budjola is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budjola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budjola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Budjola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budjola 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 Budjola
Where is Budjola located?
Budjola village is located in Dewal Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Budjola?
The Gram Panchayat of Budjola is Joula Budjola.
What is the pincode of Budjola?
The pincode of Budjola is 246482.
What is the population of Budjola?
Budjola had a total population of 139, including 63 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Budjola?
Budjola had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budjola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budjola was 80.37%. Male literacy was 97.78% and female literacy was 67.74%.