Budhu Pur - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Budhu Pur is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Badhupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhu Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhu Pur is 031154. The village covers a total geographical area of 217 hectares and falls under the 144211 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Budhu Pur 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 Budhu Pur
According to the 2011 Census, Budhu Pur village had a total population of 1,279 people, including 650 males and 629 females, living in 257 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.86%, with male literacy at 88.70% and female literacy at 80.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 161.
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 | 1,279 | 650 | 629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 66 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 88 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 975 | 518 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 132 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Budhu Pur
Budhu Pur 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 Pur
Budhu Pur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Budhu Pur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Budhu Pur is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhu Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhu Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Budhu Pur
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 Pur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Budhu Pur
Where is Budhu Pur located?
Budhu Pur village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Budhu Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhu Pur is Badhupur.
What is the pincode of Budhu Pur?
The pincode of Budhu Pur is 144211.
What is the population of Budhu Pur?
Budhu Pur had a total population of 1,279, including 650 males and 629 females.
How many households are there in Budhu Pur?
Budhu Pur had 257 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhu Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhu Pur was 84.86%. Male literacy was 88.70% and female literacy was 80.88%.