Budhu Barkat - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Budhu Barkat is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Basti Budhu Barkat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhu Barkat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhu Barkat is 030765. The village covers a total geographical area of 305 hectares and falls under the 144221 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Budhu Barkat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhu Barkat
As per Census 2011, Budhu Barkat village has a total population of 60 people, consisting of 36 males and 24 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 666 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 30 literate and 30 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhu Barkat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 60 | 36 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 17 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Budhu Barkat
Budhu Barkat 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 Budhu Barkat
Public transport in the Budhu Barkat is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Budhu Barkat.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Budhu Barkat is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhu Barkat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhu Barkat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Budhu Barkat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhu Barkat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Budhu Barkat
Where is Budhu Barkat located?
Budhu Barkat village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhu Barkat?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhu Barkat is Basti Budhu Barkat.
What is the pincode of Budhu Barkat?
The pincode of Budhu Barkat is 144221.
What is the population of Budhu Barkat?
Budhu Barkat has a total population of 60, including 36 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Budhu Barkat?
There are 14 households in Budhu Barkat.
What is the literacy rate in Budhu Barkat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhu Barkat is 50.00%. Male literacy is 52.78% and female literacy is 45.83%.