Budakot - Pauri, Pauri Garhwal
Budakot is a village situated in the Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from Pauri and around 8 km from Pauri. Bodakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budakot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budakot is 046122. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.77 hectares and falls under the 246001 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Budakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Budakot
According to the 2011 Census, Budakot village had a total population of 181 people, including 95 males and 86 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.73%, with male literacy at 88.75% and female literacy at 64.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66.
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 | 181 | 95 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 15 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 71 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 24 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Budakot
Budakot 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 Budakot
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Budakot.
| 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 Pauri to Budakot is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Budakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budakot 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Budakot
Where is Budakot located?
Budakot village is located in Pauri Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Budakot?
The Gram Panchayat of Budakot is Bodakot.
What is the pincode of Budakot?
The pincode of Budakot is 246001.
What is the population of Budakot?
Budakot had a total population of 181, including 95 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Budakot?
Budakot had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budakot was 76.73%. Male literacy was 88.75% and female literacy was 64.56%.