Barutia - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Barutia is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 48.4 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Daspalsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barutia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barutia is 316641. The village covers a total geographical area of 288.76 hectares and falls under the 731213 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Barutia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barutia
As per Census 2011, Barutia village has a total population of 955 people, consisting of 479 males and 476 females. The village has 245 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 680 literate and 275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 415 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 133 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barutia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 955 | 479 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 40 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 415 | 212 | 203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 66 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 680 | 386 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 93 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Barutia
Barutia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Radhanagar | North-East | 1.31 km |
| Pukhurpara | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Daspalsa | East | 2.30 km |
| Basudebpur | South | 2.32 km |
| Purbba Panchberia | North | 2.47 km |
| Chhota Turigram | North | 2.62 km |
| Tilpara | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Katasur | West | 3.01 km |
| Mayureswar | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Beja | South-East | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barutia
Barutia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sainthia, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sainthia to Barutia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Barutia is about 48.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barutia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barutia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barutia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barutia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barutia
Where is Barutia located?
Barutia village is located in Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barutia?
The Gram Panchayat of Barutia is Daspalsa.
What is the pincode of Barutia?
The pincode of Barutia is 731213.
What is the population of Barutia?
Barutia has a total population of 955, including 479 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in Barutia?
There are 245 households in Barutia.
What is the literacy rate in Barutia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barutia is 71.20%. Male literacy is 80.58% and female literacy is 61.76%.