Buderher - Handwara, Kupwara
Buderher is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Baderhar serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Buderher village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buderher is 000213. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.8 hectares and falls under the 193221 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Buderher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Buderher
According to the 2011 Census, Buderher village had a total population of 1,384 people, including 692 males and 692 females, living in 215 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.26%, with male literacy at 77.15% and female literacy at 53.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 126.
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 | 1,384 | 692 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 110 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 62 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 759 | 449 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 625 | 243 | 382 |
Nearby Villages of Buderher
Buderher 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 Buderher
Buderher is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Handwara to Buderher is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Buderher is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Buderher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buderher village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Buderher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buderher 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 Buderher
Where is Buderher located?
Buderher village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Buderher?
The Halqa Panchayat of Buderher is Baderhar.
What is the pincode of Buderher?
The pincode of Buderher is 193221.
What is the population of Buderher?
Buderher had a total population of 1,384, including 692 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Buderher?
Buderher had 215 households.
What is the literacy rate in Buderher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buderher was 65.26%. Male literacy was 77.15% and female literacy was 53.36%.