Bhudai - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Bhudai is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Bhudai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhudai is 056264. The village covers a total geographical area of 418.84 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bhudai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhudai
As per Census 2011, Bhudai village has a total population of 2,357 people, consisting of 1,136 males and 1,221 females. The village has 473 households and a sex ratio of 1,074 females per 1,000 males. There are 263 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,734 literate and 623 illiterate residents. Additionally, 186 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 875 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhudai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,357 | 1,136 | 1,221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 137 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 91 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 875 | 418 | 457 |
| Literate Population | 1,734 | 915 | 819 |
| Illiterate Population | 623 | 221 | 402 |
Nearby Villages of Bhudai
Bhudai 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 Bhudai
Bhudai 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 Bhudai.
| 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 Khatima to Bhudai is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Bhudai is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhudai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhudai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhudai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhudai 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhudai
Where is Bhudai located?
Bhudai village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhudai?
Bhudai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhudai?
The pincode of Bhudai is 262308.
What is the population of Bhudai?
Bhudai has a total population of 2,357, including 1,136 males and 1,221 females.
How many households are there in Bhudai?
There are 473 households in Bhudai.
What is the literacy rate in Bhudai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhudai is 73.57%. Male literacy is 80.55% and female literacy is 67.08%.