Budho-Bar - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Budho-Bar is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Budhabar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budho-Bar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budho-Bar is 031237. The village covers a total geographical area of 997 hectares and falls under the 144211 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Budho-Bar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budho-Bar
According to the 2011 Census, Budho-Bar village had a total population of 5,665 people, including 2,919 males and 2,746 females, living in 1,262 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.79%, with male literacy at 88.10% and female literacy at 79.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,318.
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 | 5,665 | 2,919 | 2,746 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 577 | 314 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,318 | 682 | 636 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,263 | 2,295 | 1,968 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,402 | 624 | 778 |
Nearby Villages of Budho-Bar
Budho-Bar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pandori Musa | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Hardo Khund Pur | West | 2.24 km |
| Jharerian | West | 2.24 km |
| Mehad Pur | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Bhavnal | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Bariowal | South | 3.07 km |
| Kallowal | North-West | 3.10 km |
| Biggowa | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Khush Nagar | West | 3.49 km |
| Mehmud Pur | South-West | 3.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budho-Bar
Budho-Bar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhangala, while the nearest airport is Pathankot Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Budho-Bar is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budho-Bar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budho-Bar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Budho-Bar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budho-Bar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Budho-Bar
Where is Budho-Bar located?
Budho-Bar village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budho-Bar?
The Gram Panchayat of Budho-Bar is Budhabar.
What is the pincode of Budho-Bar?
The pincode of Budho-Bar is 144211.
What is the population of Budho-Bar?
Budho-Bar had a total population of 5,665, including 2,919 males and 2,746 females.
How many households are there in Budho-Bar?
Budho-Bar had 1,262 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budho-Bar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budho-Bar was 83.79%. Male literacy was 88.10% and female literacy was 79.26%.