Budhogi - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Budhogi is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 2 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Budogi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhogi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhogi is 043961. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.96 hectares and falls under the 249001 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Budhogi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhogi
According to the 2011 Census, Budhogi village had a total population of 995 people, including 483 males and 512 females, living in 241 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.99%, with male literacy at 95.01% and female literacy at 72.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 995 | 483 | 512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 62 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 732 | 400 | 332 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 83 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Budhogi
Budhogi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pasi | South | 0.75 km |
| Kemsari | East | 1.54 km |
| Gajana Madhe Mungaiya Chak | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Watkhem | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Kandakholi | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Bandarwali Chak Chopari Madhe | North | 1.93 km |
| Painula Malla | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Kot Medhe Lalasi Chak | West | 2.06 km |
| Pipali | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Bheturi | West | 2.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhogi
Public transport in the Budhogi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Budhogi is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Budhogi is about 2 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhogi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhogi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Budhogi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhogi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Budhogi
Where is Budhogi located?
Budhogi village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhogi?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhogi is Budogi.
What is the pincode of Budhogi?
The pincode of Budhogi is 249001.
What is the population of Budhogi?
Budhogi had a total population of 995, including 483 males and 512 females.
How many households are there in Budhogi?
Budhogi had 241 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhogi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhogi was 82.99%. Male literacy was 95.01% and female literacy was 72.02%.