Bhutrum - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Bhutrum is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 90 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 175 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Ruipathar serves as the Village Panchayat for Bhutrum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhutrum is 531534. The village covers a total geographical area of 478.52 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Bhutrum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhutrum
According to the 2011 Census, Bhutrum village had a total population of 597 people, including 306 males and 291 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.51%, with male literacy at 80.53% and female literacy at 53.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 582.
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 | 597 | 306 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 582 | 301 | 281 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 211 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 95 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Bhutrum
Bhutrum 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 Bhutrum
Public transport in the Bhutrum is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Achalpur to Bhutrum is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Bhutrum is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhutrum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhutrum 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 Bhutrum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhutrum 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 Bhutrum
Where is Bhutrum located?
Bhutrum village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Bhutrum?
The Village Panchayat of Bhutrum is Ruipathar.
What is the pincode of Bhutrum?
The pincode of Bhutrum is 444807.
What is the population of Bhutrum?
Bhutrum had a total population of 597, including 306 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Bhutrum?
Bhutrum had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhutrum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhutrum was 67.51%. Male literacy was 80.53% and female literacy was 53.82%.