Butida - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Butida is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Barugavhan serves as the Village Panchayat for Butida village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Butida is 531633. The village covers a total geographical area of 173 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Butida village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Butida
According to the 2011 Census, Butida village had a total population of 616 people, including 298 males and 318 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.13%, with male literacy at 77.92% and female literacy at 59.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 616.
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 | 616 | 298 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 616 | 298 | 318 |
| Literate Population | 342 | 187 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 111 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Butida
Butida 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 Butida
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Butida.
| 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 Butida is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Butida is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Butida
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Butida village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Butida
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Butida village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Butida
Where is Butida located?
Butida village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Butida?
The Village Panchayat of Butida is Barugavhan.
What is the pincode of Butida?
The pincode of Butida is 444807.
What is the population of Butida?
Butida had a total population of 616, including 298 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Butida?
Butida had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Butida?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Butida was 68.13%. Male literacy was 77.92% and female literacy was 59.16%.