Budhpur - Khoyrasol, Birbhum
Budhpur is a village situated in the Khoyrasol subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khoyrasol and around 32.9 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Lokepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhpur is 318304. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.32 hectares and falls under the 731125 pincode. Dubrajpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Budhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Budhpur
According to the 2011 Census, Budhpur village had a total population of 1,968 people, including 973 males and 995 females, living in 357 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.95%, with male literacy at 68.98% and female literacy at 49.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 181.
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 | 1,968 | 973 | 995 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 167 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 97 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 962 | 556 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,006 | 417 | 589 |
Nearby Villages of Budhpur
Budhpur 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 Budhpur
Budhpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dubrajpur to Budhpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Budhpur is about 32.9 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 Budhpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budhpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Budhpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budhpur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Budhpur
Where is Budhpur located?
Budhpur village is located in Khoyrasol Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Budhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhpur is Lokepur.
What is the pincode of Budhpur?
The pincode of Budhpur is 731125.
What is the population of Budhpur?
Budhpur had a total population of 1,968, including 973 males and 995 females.
How many households are there in Budhpur?
Budhpur had 357 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhpur was 58.95%. Male literacy was 68.98% and female literacy was 49.15%.