Buthgarh - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Buthgarh is a village situated in the Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Boothgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Buthgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buthgarh is 032361. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Balachaur is the nearest town.
Buthgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Buthgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Buthgarh village had a total population of 496 people, including 251 males and 245 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.91%, with male literacy at 87.73% and female literacy at 74.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 186.
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 | 496 | 251 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 89 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 193 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 58 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Buthgarh
Buthgarh 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 Buthgarh
Buthgarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar to Buthgarh is about 31 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 Buthgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buthgarh 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 Buthgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buthgarh 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 Buthgarh
Where is Buthgarh located?
Buthgarh village is located in Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Buthgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Buthgarh is Boothgarh.
What is the pincode of Buthgarh?
The pincode of Buthgarh is 144521.
What is the population of Buthgarh?
Buthgarh had a total population of 496, including 251 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Buthgarh?
Buthgarh had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Buthgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buthgarh was 80.91%. Male literacy was 87.73% and female literacy was 74.09%.