Busouri - Lamgada, Almora
Busouri is a village situated in the Lamgada tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 41 km from Almora and around 41 km from Almora. Unyura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Busouri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Busouri is 053207. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.48 hectares and falls under the 263625 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Busouri 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 Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Busouri
According to the 2011 Census, Busouri village had a total population of 182 people, including 92 males and 90 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.05%, with male literacy at 96.34% and female literacy at 71.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 182 | 92 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 43 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 79 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 13 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Busouri
Busouri 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 Busouri
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Busouri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Busouri is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Busouri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Busouri 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Busouri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Busouri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Busouri
Where is Busouri located?
Busouri village is located in Lamgada Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Busouri?
The Gram Panchayat of Busouri is Unyura.
What is the pincode of Busouri?
The pincode of Busouri is 263625.
What is the population of Busouri?
Busouri had a total population of 182, including 92 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Busouri?
Busouri had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Busouri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Busouri was 84.05%. Male literacy was 96.34% and female literacy was 71.60%.