Butbaria - Kathikund, Dumka
Butbaria is a village situated in the Kathikund subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kathikund and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Bartalla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Butbaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Butbaria is 370648. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 814103 pincode. Dumka is the nearest town.
Butbaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Butbaria
According to the 2011 Census, Butbaria village had a total population of 172 people, including 84 males and 88 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.90%, with male literacy at 64.18% and female literacy at 44.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 123.
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 | 172 | 84 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 59 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 43 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 41 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Butbaria
Butbaria 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 Butbaria
Public transport in the Butbaria is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Butbaria is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Butbaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Butbaria 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 Butbaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Butbaria 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 Butbaria
Where is Butbaria located?
Butbaria village is located in Kathikund Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Butbaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Butbaria is Bartalla.
What is the pincode of Butbaria?
The pincode of Butbaria is 814103.
What is the population of Butbaria?
Butbaria had a total population of 172, including 84 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Butbaria?
Butbaria had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Butbaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Butbaria was 53.90%. Male literacy was 64.18% and female literacy was 44.59%.