Boothgarh - Anandpur Sahib, Rupnagar
Boothgarh is a village situated in the Anandpur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anandpur Sahib and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Buthgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Boothgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boothgarh is 038348. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 140128 pincode. Anandpur Sahib is the nearest town.
Boothgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rupnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anandpur Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Boothgarh
As per Census 2011, Boothgarh village has a total population of 308 people, consisting of 164 males and 144 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 196 literate and 112 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Boothgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 308 | 164 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 119 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 45 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Boothgarh
Boothgarh 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 Boothgarh
Boothgarh is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rupnagar to Boothgarh is about 40 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 Boothgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boothgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Boothgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boothgarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Boothgarh
Where is Boothgarh located?
Boothgarh village is located in Anandpur Sahib Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Boothgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Boothgarh is Buthgarh.
What is the pincode of Boothgarh?
The pincode of Boothgarh is 140128.
What is the population of Boothgarh?
Boothgarh has a total population of 308, including 164 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Boothgarh?
There are 57 households in Boothgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Boothgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boothgarh is 63.64%. Male literacy is 72.56% and female literacy is 53.47%.