Budna - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Budna is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Budna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budna is 042613. The village covers a total geographical area of 205.91 hectares and falls under the 246475 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Budna 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 Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budna
According to the 2011 Census, Budna village had a total population of 1,907 people, including 855 males and 1,052 females, living in 395 households. The sex ratio was 1,230 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.53%, with male literacy at 84.15% and female literacy at 60.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 536.
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 | 1,907 | 855 | 1,052 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 180 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 536 | 271 | 265 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,132 | 568 | 564 |
| Illiterate Population | 775 | 287 | 488 |
Nearby Villages of Budna
Budna 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 Budna
Budna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Rudraprayag to Budna is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Budna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budna 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Budna
Where is Budna located?
Budna village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Budna?
Budna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Budna?
The pincode of Budna is 246475.
What is the population of Budna?
Budna had a total population of 1,907, including 855 males and 1,052 females.
How many households are there in Budna?
Budna had 395 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budna was 70.53%. Male literacy was 84.15% and female literacy was 60.65%.