Butran - Adampur, Jalandhar
Butran is a village situated in the Adampur tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 36 km from Jalandhar - Ii and around 36 km from Jalandhar. Buttran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Butran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Butran is 030561. The village covers a total geographical area of 517.8 hectares and falls under the 144622 pincode. Bhogpur is the nearest town.
Butran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jalandhar central Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Butran
According to the 2011 Census, Butran village had a total population of 1,516 people, including 766 males and 750 females, living in 312 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.73%, with male literacy at 80.23% and female literacy at 73.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 421.
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 | 1,516 | 766 | 750 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 68 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 421 | 212 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,062 | 560 | 502 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 206 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Butran
Butran 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 Butran
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Butran. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Butran.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Jalandhar to Butran is about 36 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 Butran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Butran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Butran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Butran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Butran
Where is Butran located?
Butran village is located in Adampur Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Butran?
The Gram Panchayat of Butran is Buttran.
What is the pincode of Butran?
The pincode of Butran is 144622.
What is the population of Butran?
Butran had a total population of 1,516, including 766 males and 750 females.
How many households are there in Butran?
Butran had 312 households.
What is the literacy rate in Butran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Butran was 76.73%. Male literacy was 80.23% and female literacy was 73.18%.