Buttar Kalan
Buttar Kalan is a village located in Gurdaspur tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Gurdaspur (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Butter Kalan is the gram panchayat of Buttar Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Buttar Kalan unique in its vibrant Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Buttar Kalan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Buttar Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Buttar Kalan is 028337. The village spans a total geographical area of 385 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143516. Batala is nearest town to Buttar Kalan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Buttar Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Buttar Kalan has a total population of about 1,692, with approximately 882 males and 810 females. The sex ratio is around 918 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 170 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 355 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.84%, with male literacy at about 69.27% and female literacy near 62.10%. There are around 324 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Buttar Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,692 | 882 | 810 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 103 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 355 | 184 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,114 | 611 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 578 | 271 | 307 |
Connectivity of Buttar Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Buttar Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Buttar Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Buttar Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Buttar Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Buttar Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Buttar Kalan
- Where is Buttar Kalan located?
- Buttar Kalan village is situated in Gurdaspur Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Buttar Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Buttar Kalan is Butter Kalan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Buttar Kalan?
- The pincode of Buttar Kalan is 143516, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Buttar Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Buttar Kalan is 1,692, with 882 males and 810 females.
- How many households are there in Buttar Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Buttar Kalan village has a total of 324 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Buttar Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Buttar Kalan is 65.84%. The male literacy rate is 69.27%, while the female literacy rate is 62.10%.