Budhargaon - Dunda, Uttarkashi
Budhargaon is a village situated in the Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dunda and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Kunsi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhargaon is 040485. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.8 hectares and falls under the 249193 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Budhargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Budhargaon village had a total population of 31 people, including 30 males and 1 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 33 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.65%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 31 | 30 | 1 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 25 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 5 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Budhargaon
Budhargaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kunsi | North-East | 0.57 km |
| Sangosera | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Manglisera | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Barsali | East | 1.78 km |
| Garh | East | 2.06 km |
| Bhadusera | North | 2.25 km |
| Singoti | East | 2.68 km |
| Rangarisera | North-West | 2.80 km |
| Veerpur | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Singot | North | 3.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhargaon
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Budhargaon. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.7 km.
| 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 Uttarkashi to Budhargaon is about 15 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 Budhargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhargaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Budhargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhargaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Budhargaon
Where is Budhargaon located?
Budhargaon village is located in Dunda Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhargaon is Kunsi.
What is the pincode of Budhargaon?
The pincode of Budhargaon is 249193.
What is the population of Budhargaon?
Budhargaon had a total population of 31, including 30 males and 1 females.
How many households are there in Budhargaon?
Budhargaon had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhargaon was 80.65%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 0.00%.