Budkot - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Budkot is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from Kotdwara and around 82 km from Pauri. Baadkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budkot is 048498. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.9 hectares and falls under the 246149 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Budkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budkot
According to the 2011 Census, Budkot village had a total population of 133 people, including 64 males and 69 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,078 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.59%, with male literacy at 96.83% and female literacy at 70.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 133 | 64 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 61 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 3 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Budkot
Budkot 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 Budkot
Public transport in the Budkot is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Budkot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dogadda to Budkot is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Budkot is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Budkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budkot 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Budkot
Where is Budkot located?
Budkot village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Budkot is Baadkot.
What is the pincode of Budkot?
The pincode of Budkot is 246149.
What is the population of Budkot?
Budkot had a total population of 133, including 64 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Budkot?
Budkot had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budkot was 83.59%. Male literacy was 96.83% and female literacy was 70.77%.