Budera - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Budera is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Budera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budera is 049660. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.77 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Budera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budera
As per Census 2011, Budera village has a total population of 152 people, consisting of 80 males and 72 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 102 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 152 | 80 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 62 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 59 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 21 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Budera
Budera 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 Budera
Budera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Didihat to Budera is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Budera is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budera 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 Budera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budera 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Budera
Where is Budera located?
Budera village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budera?
Budera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Budera?
The pincode of Budera is 262531.
What is the population of Budera?
Budera has a total population of 152, including 80 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Budera?
There are 33 households in Budera.
What is the literacy rate in Budera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budera is 67.11%. Male literacy is 73.75% and female literacy is 59.72%.