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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Budera village had a total population of 152 people, including 80 males and 72 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 81.94% and female literacy at 67.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 119.
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 | 152 | 80 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 62 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 152, including 80 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Budera?
Budera had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budera was 75.00%. Male literacy was 81.94% and female literacy was 67.19%.