Budhalakote - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Budhalakote is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Budala Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhalakote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhalakote is 054518. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.87 hectares and falls under the 263135 pincode. Nainital is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Budhalakote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Budhalakote
According to the 2011 Census, Budhalakote village had a total population of 370 people, including 205 males and 165 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 805 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.33%, with male literacy at 95.68% and female literacy at 83.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 370 | 205 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 177 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 28 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Budhalakote
Budhalakote 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 Budhalakote
Public transport in the Budhalakote is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nainital to Budhalakote is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhalakote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhalakote 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 Budhalakote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhalakote 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 Budhalakote
Where is Budhalakote located?
Budhalakote village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Budhalakote?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhalakote is Budala Kot.
What is the pincode of Budhalakote?
The pincode of Budhalakote is 263135.
What is the population of Budhalakote?
Budhalakote had a total population of 370, including 205 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Budhalakote?
Budhalakote had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhalakote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhalakote was 90.33%. Male literacy was 95.68% and female literacy was 83.56%.