Budhera - Nakur, Saharanpur
Budhera is a village situated in the Nakur tehsil of Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Saharanpur. Budhera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhera is 109676. The village covers a total geographical area of 228.69 hectares and falls under the 247232 pincode. Sarsawa is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Budhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nakur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kairana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhera
According to the 2011 Census, Budhera village had a total population of 1,477 people, including 795 males and 682 females, living in 222 households. The sex ratio was 858 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.40%, with male literacy at 86.03% and female literacy at 67.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 326.
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 | 1,477 | 795 | 682 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 122 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 326 | 176 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 990 | 579 | 411 |
| Illiterate Population | 487 | 216 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Budhera
Budhera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ahmadpur Sadat | North-West | 1.27 km |
| Tajpura | South | 1.48 km |
| Agwanhera | West | 1.59 km |
| Dholapara | East | 1.72 km |
| Naseerpura | South | 2.00 km |
| Sherpur Naqeebpur | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Majri Kalan | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Noorpur Mafi | East | 2.53 km |
| Kayampur | West | 2.59 km |
| Gadar Heri | South-West | 2.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhera
Budhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sarsawa, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sarsawa to Budhera is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Saharanpur to Budhera is about 20 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 Budhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Budhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Budhera
Where is Budhera located?
Budhera village is located in Nakur Tehsil, Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Budhera?
Budhera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Budhera?
The pincode of Budhera is 247232.
What is the population of Budhera?
Budhera had a total population of 1,477, including 795 males and 682 females.
How many households are there in Budhera?
Budhera had 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhera was 77.40%. Male literacy was 86.03% and female literacy was 67.82%.