Budha Surna - Bagwalipokhar, Almora
Budha Surna is a village situated in the Bagwalipokhar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from Dwarahat and around 70 km from Almora. Nayal-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budha Surna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budha Surna is 052649. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.88 hectares and falls under the 263621 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Budha Surna 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 Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budha Surna
According to the 2011 Census, Budha Surna village had a total population of 127 people, including 52 males and 75 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,442 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.38%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 65.22%.
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 | 127 | 52 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 10 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Budha Surna
Budha Surna 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 Budha Surna
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Budha Surna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dwarahat to Budha Surna is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Budha Surna is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budha Surna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budha Surna 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Budha Surna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budha Surna 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Budha Surna
Where is Budha Surna located?
Budha Surna village is located in Bagwalipokhar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Budha Surna?
The Gram Panchayat of Budha Surna is Nayal-i.
What is the pincode of Budha Surna?
The pincode of Budha Surna is 263621.
What is the population of Budha Surna?
Budha Surna had a total population of 127, including 52 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Budha Surna?
Budha Surna had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budha Surna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budha Surna was 78.38%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 65.22%.