Budani - Pauri, Pauri Garhwal
Budani is a village situated in the Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Pauri and around 25 km from Pauri. Nisne serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budani is 046297. The village covers a total geographical area of 199.89 hectares and falls under the 246164 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Budani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budani
According to the 2011 Census, Budani village had a total population of 287 people, including 126 males and 161 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 1,278 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.26%, with male literacy at 97.20% and female literacy at 64.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 287 | 126 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 104 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 22 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Budani
Budani 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 Budani
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Budani.
| 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 Budani is about 25 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 Budani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Budani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budani 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 Budani
Where is Budani located?
Budani village is located in Pauri Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budani?
The Gram Panchayat of Budani is Nisne.
What is the pincode of Budani?
The pincode of Budani is 246164.
What is the population of Budani?
Budani had a total population of 287, including 126 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Budani?
Budani had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budani was 78.26%. Male literacy was 97.20% and female literacy was 64.38%.