Budhgaon - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Budhgaon is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 75 km from Lansdowne and around 175 km from Pauri. Budhgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhgaon is 047508. The village covers a total geographical area of 342.76 hectares and falls under the 246155 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Budhgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Budhgaon village had a total population of 140 people, including 65 males and 75 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,154 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.55%, with male literacy at 98.39% and female literacy at 62.86%.
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 | 140 | 65 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 61 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 4 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Budhgaon
Budhgaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Lweetha Lagga Matholi | North-West | 1.09 km |
| Rikhera Gunth | South-West | 1.15 km |
| Painul Gaon | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Jyola Ki Mang | South | 1.92 km |
| Bhair Gaon Lagga Sidhpur | North | 2.05 km |
| Tukra Lagga Pathol Gaon | West | 2.08 km |
| Ghatulgaon | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Birdhar Lagga Mathali | North | 2.37 km |
| Jamari | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Mudiyara | East | 2.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhgaon
Budhgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.0 km.
| 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 Lansdowne to Budhgaon is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Budhgaon is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budhgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhgaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Budhgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Budhgaon
Where is Budhgaon located?
Budhgaon village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhgaon?
Budhgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Budhgaon?
The pincode of Budhgaon is 246155.
What is the population of Budhgaon?
Budhgaon had a total population of 140, including 65 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Budhgaon?
Budhgaon had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhgaon was 79.55%. Male literacy was 98.39% and female literacy was 62.86%.