Butwa (Batuwa) - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Butwa (Batuwa) is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Dar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Butwa (Batuwa) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Butwa (Batuwa) is 503619. The village covers a total geographical area of 355.47 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Butwa (Batuwa) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Butwa (Batuwa)
According to the 2011 Census, Butwa (Batuwa) village had a total population of 898 people, including 455 males and 443 females, living in 187 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.86%, with male literacy at 56.41% and female literacy at 41.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 788.
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 | 898 | 455 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 104 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 788 | 392 | 396 |
| Literate Population | 342 | 198 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 556 | 257 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Butwa (Batuwa)
Butwa (Batuwa) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kudainiya (sherwa) | West | 2.49 km |
| Baudihar | South | 2.61 km |
| Dar | North | 3.15 km |
| Barbatola (suda) | West | 3.81 km |
| Kushhaniya | North | 4.29 km |
| Amlihawa | South-West | 4.60 km |
| Suda | North-West | 4.95 km |
| Jharkatia | East | 5.03 km |
| Khamaniya (khamhaniya) | West | 5.28 km |
| Durdura | North-East | 5.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Butwa (Batuwa)
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Butwa (Batuwa). The nearest railway station is Khuldil Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.4 km.
| 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 Singrauli to Butwa (Batuwa) is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Butwa (Batuwa)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Butwa (Batuwa) 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 Butwa (Batuwa)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Butwa (Batuwa) 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Butwa (Batuwa)
Where is Butwa (Batuwa) located?
Butwa (Batuwa) village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Butwa (Batuwa)?
The Gram Panchayat of Butwa (Batuwa) is Dar.
What is the pincode of Butwa (Batuwa)?
The pincode of Butwa (Batuwa) is 486882.
What is the population of Butwa (Batuwa)?
Butwa (Batuwa) had a total population of 898, including 455 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Butwa (Batuwa)?
Butwa (Batuwa) had 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Butwa (Batuwa)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Butwa (Batuwa) was 48.86%. Male literacy was 56.41% and female literacy was 41.26%.