Buttar Kalan - Gurdaspur
Buttar Kalan is a village situated in the Gurdaspur tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurdaspur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Butter Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Buttar Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buttar Kalan is 028337. The village covers a total geographical area of 385 hectares and falls under the 143516 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Buttar Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Batala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Buttar Kalan
As per Census 2011, Buttar Kalan village has a total population of 1,692 people, consisting of 882 males and 810 females. The village has 324 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,114 literate and 578 illiterate residents. Additionally, 355 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Buttar Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,692 | 882 | 810 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 103 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 355 | 184 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 1,114 | 611 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 578 | 271 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Buttar Kalan
Buttar Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thikriwala | East | 1.61 km |
| Rajada | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Thakar Sandhu | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Kalu Sohal | North | 2.30 km |
| Mansur Manj | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Jogi Cheema | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Chhina Retwala | North | 3.14 km |
| Rurra Butter | East | 3.57 km |
| Nathpur | South | 3.63 km |
| Kot Budha | North-West | 3.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Buttar Kalan
Public transport in the Buttar Kalan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chhina, while the nearest airport is Pathankot Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Buttar Kalan is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Buttar Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buttar Kalan 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 Buttar Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buttar Kalan 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 Buttar Kalan
Where is Buttar Kalan located?
Buttar Kalan village is located in Gurdaspur Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Buttar Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Buttar Kalan is Butter Kalan.
What is the pincode of Buttar Kalan?
The pincode of Buttar Kalan is 143516.
What is the population of Buttar Kalan?
Buttar Kalan has a total population of 1,692, including 882 males and 810 females.
How many households are there in Buttar Kalan?
There are 324 households in Buttar Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Buttar Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buttar Kalan is 65.84%. Male literacy is 69.27% and female literacy is 62.10%.