Buksaura - Gadarpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Buksaura is a village situated in the Gadarpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarpur and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Buksaura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buksaura is 056075. The village covers a total geographical area of 398.24 hectares and falls under the 263160 pincode. Dineshpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Buksaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Buksaura
As per Census 2011, Buksaura village has a total population of 2,690 people, consisting of 1,370 males and 1,320 females. The village has 525 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 389 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,558 literate and 1,132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 318 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Buksaura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,690 | 1,370 | 1,320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 187 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 318 | 158 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 1,558 | 904 | 654 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,132 | 466 | 666 |
Nearby Villages of Buksaura
Buksaura 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 Buksaura
Buksaura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Buksaura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dineshpur to Buksaura is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Buksaura is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Buksaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buksaura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Buksaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buksaura 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Buksaura
Where is Buksaura located?
Buksaura village is located in Gadarpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Buksaura?
Buksaura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Buksaura?
The pincode of Buksaura is 263160.
What is the population of Buksaura?
Buksaura has a total population of 2,690, including 1,370 males and 1,320 females.
How many households are there in Buksaura?
There are 525 households in Buksaura.
What is the literacy rate in Buksaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buksaura is 57.92%. Male literacy is 65.99% and female literacy is 49.55%.