Butar - Guruharsahai, Ferozepur
Butar is a village situated in the Guruharsahai tehsil of Ferozepur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 22 km from Firozpur and around 22 km from Firozpur. Butter serves as the Gram Panchayat for Butar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Butar is 034769. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.33 hectares and falls under the 152002 pincode. Guru Har Sahai is the nearest town.
Butar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Butar
According to the 2011 Census, Butar village had a total population of 322 people, including 176 males and 146 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 830 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.54%, with male literacy at 56.77% and female literacy at 56.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 140.
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 | 322 | 176 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 80 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 88 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 88 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Butar
Butar 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 Butar
Public transport in the Butar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Butar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Firozpur to Butar is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Butar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Butar 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 Butar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Butar 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Butar
Where is Butar located?
Butar village is located in Guruharsahai Tehsil, Ferozepur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Butar?
The Gram Panchayat of Butar is Butter.
What is the pincode of Butar?
The pincode of Butar is 152002.
What is the population of Butar?
Butar had a total population of 322, including 176 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Butar?
Butar had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Butar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Butar was 56.54%. Male literacy was 56.77% and female literacy was 56.25%.