Buttal
Buttal is a village located in Majalta tehsil of Udhampur district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Majalta (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Udhampur. As per 2009 stats, Battal is the gram panchayat of Buttal village.
Here you can discover what makes Buttal unique in its vibrant Majalta-Udhampur region. You’ll see Buttal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Buttal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Buttal is 005140. The village spans a total geographical area of 1180.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182117. Udhampur is nearest town to Buttal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Buttal
Population of Buttal
According to the 2011 Census, Buttal has a total population of about 1,730, with approximately 910 males and 820 females. The sex ratio is around 901 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 245 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 502 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 260. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.39%, with male literacy at about 70.77% and female literacy near 50.98%. There are around 334 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Buttal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,730 | 910 | 820 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 126 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 502 | 262 | 240 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 260 | 135 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 1,062 | 644 | 418 |
| Illiterate Population | 668 | 266 | 402 |
Connectivity of Buttal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Buttal. As per the 2011 stats, Buttal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Buttal
Knowing the nearby villages of Buttal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Buttal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Buttal
- Where is Buttal located?
- Buttal village is situated in Majalta Tehsil, within the Udhampur district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Buttal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Buttal is Battal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Buttal?
- The pincode of Buttal is 182117, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Buttal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Buttal is 1,730, with 910 males and 820 females.
- How many households are there in Buttal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Buttal village has a total of 334 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Buttal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Buttal is 61.39%. The male literacy rate is 70.77%, while the female literacy rate is 50.98%.