Butala - Baba Bakala, Amritsar
Butala is a village situated in the Baba Bakala tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baba Bakala and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Amritsar . Butala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Butala is 037820. The village covers a total geographical area of 644 hectares and falls under the 143203 pincode. Rayya is the nearest town.
Butala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baba bakala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khadoor Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Butala
As per Census 2011, Butala village has a total population of 2,825 people, consisting of 1,429 males and 1,396 females. The village has 569 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 289 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,989 literate and 836 illiterate residents. Additionally, 452 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Butala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,825 | 1,429 | 1,396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 164 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 452 | 244 | 208 |
| Literate Population | 1,989 | 1,052 | 937 |
| Illiterate Population | 836 | 377 | 459 |
Nearby Villages of Butala
Butala 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 Butala
Butala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Butala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Amritsar to Butala is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Butala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Butala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Butala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Butala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Butala
Where is Butala located?
Butala village is located in Baba Bakala Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Butala?
Butala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Butala?
The pincode of Butala is 143203.
What is the population of Butala?
Butala has a total population of 2,825, including 1,429 males and 1,396 females.
How many households are there in Butala?
There are 569 households in Butala.
What is the literacy rate in Butala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Butala is 70.41%. Male literacy is 73.62% and female literacy is 67.12%.