Butola Gaon - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Butola Gaon is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Kakolaa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Butola Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Butola Gaon is 042284. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.92 hectares and falls under the 246425 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Butola Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Butola Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Butola Gaon village had a total population of 253 people, including 110 males and 143 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,300 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.41%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 83.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 253 | 110 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 93 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 17 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Butola Gaon
Butola Gaon 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 Butola Gaon
Butola Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Rudraprayag to Butola Gaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Butola Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Butola Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Butola Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Butola Gaon 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 Butola Gaon
Where is Butola Gaon located?
Butola Gaon village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Butola Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Butola Gaon is Kakolaa.
What is the pincode of Butola Gaon?
The pincode of Butola Gaon is 246425.
What is the population of Butola Gaon?
Butola Gaon had a total population of 253, including 110 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Butola Gaon?
Butola Gaon had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Butola Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Butola Gaon was 90.41%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 83.33%.