Budula - Kalsi, Dehradun
Budula is a village situated in the Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalsi and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Dagura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budula is 044803. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.55 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Budula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Budula
According to the 2011 Census, Budula village had a total population of 144 people, including 71 males and 73 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.20%, with male literacy at 67.19% and female literacy at 34.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 115.
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 | 144 | 71 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 9 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 62 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 43 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 28 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Budula
Budula 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 Budula
Budula 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 >10 km |
| 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 Vikasnagar to Budula is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Budula is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budula 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Budula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Budula
Where is Budula located?
Budula village is located in Kalsi Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budula?
The Gram Panchayat of Budula is Dagura.
What is the pincode of Budula?
The pincode of Budula is 248001.
What is the population of Budula?
Budula had a total population of 144, including 71 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Budula?
Budula had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budula was 51.20%. Male literacy was 67.19% and female literacy was 34.43%.