Budhina - Jalali, Almora
Budhina is a village situated in the Jalali tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Dwarahat and around 100 km from Almora. Bhanti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhina is 052614. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.29 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Budhina 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 Budhina
According to the 2011 Census, Budhina village had a total population of 73 people, including 26 males and 47 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,808 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.42%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 57.89%.
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 | 73 | 26 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 9 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Budhina
Budhina 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 Budhina
Budhina is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Budhina is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Budhina is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhina 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Budhina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhina 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 Budhina
Where is Budhina located?
Budhina village is located in Jalali Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Budhina?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhina is Bhanti.
What is the pincode of Budhina?
The pincode of Budhina is 263653.
What is the population of Budhina?
Budhina had a total population of 73, including 26 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Budhina?
Budhina had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhina was 68.42%. Male literacy was 89.47% and female literacy was 57.89%.