Buklani - Ranikhet, Almora
Buklani is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Baklani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Buklani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buklani is 052310. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.63 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Buklani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Buklani
As per Census 2011, Buklani village has a total population of 195 people, consisting of 72 males and 123 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,708 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 135 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Buklani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 195 | 72 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 11 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 59 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 13 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Buklani
Buklani 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 Buklani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Buklani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Buklani is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Buklani is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Buklani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buklani 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 Buklani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buklani 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 Buklani
Where is Buklani located?
Buklani village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Buklani?
The Gram Panchayat of Buklani is Baklani.
What is the pincode of Buklani?
The pincode of Buklani is 263645.
What is the population of Buklani?
Buklani has a total population of 195, including 72 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Buklani?
There are 48 households in Buklani.
What is the literacy rate in Buklani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buklani is 69.23%. Male literacy is 81.94% and female literacy is 61.79%.