Budharugaon
Budharugaon is a village located in Phansidewa subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.8km away from sub-district headquarter Phansidewa. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Budharugaon village. As per 2009 stats, Bidhannagar I is the gram panchayat of Budharugaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Budharugaon unique in its vibrant Phansidewa-Darjiling region. You’ll see Budharugaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Budharugaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Budharugaon is 306772. The village spans a total geographical area of 940.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734434. Bagdogra is nearest town to Budharugaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Budharugaon
Population of Budharugaon
According to the 2011 Census, Budharugaon has a total population of about 6,841, with approximately 3,498 males and 3,343 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,160 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,313 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,086. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.26%, with male literacy at about 59.69% and female literacy near 44.48%. There are around 1,312 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Budharugaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,841 | 3,498 | 3,343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,160 | 585 | 575 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,313 | 683 | 630 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,086 | 546 | 540 |
| Literate Population | 3,575 | 2,088 | 1,487 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,266 | 1,410 | 1,856 |
Connectivity of Budharugaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Budharugaon. As per the 2011 stats, Budharugaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Budharugaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Budharugaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Budharugaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Budharugaon
- Where is Budharugaon located?
- Budharugaon village is situated in Phansidewa Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Budharugaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Budharugaon is Bidhannagar I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Budharugaon?
- The pincode of Budharugaon is 734434, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Budharugaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Budharugaon is 6,841, with 3,498 males and 3,343 females.
- How many households are there in Budharugaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Budharugaon village has a total of 1,312 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Budharugaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Budharugaon is 52.26%. The male literacy rate is 59.69%, while the female literacy rate is 44.48%.