Budhpur - Manteswar, Purba Bardhaman
Budhpur is a village situated in the Manteswar subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.8 km from Manteswar. Shushunia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhpur is 319646. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.04 hectares and falls under the 713515 pincode. Barddhaman is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Budhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Monteswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budhpur
According to the 2011 Census, Budhpur village had a total population of 690 people, including 350 males and 340 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 98.61%, with male literacy at 98.49% and female literacy at 98.73%.
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 | 690 | 350 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 638 | 326 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 24 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Budhpur
Budhpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalswar | North | 0.81 km |
| Mitani | East | 0.87 km |
| Balarampur | North-East | 1.21 km |
| Kuli | West | 1.22 km |
| Kharampur | South | 1.57 km |
| Kalui | North-West | 1.60 km |
| Kamra | East | 1.62 km |
| Shushuni | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Sinhali | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Bhojpur | North | 2.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Budhpur
Budhpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Balgona, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barddhaman to Budhpur is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Budhpur
Where is Budhpur located?
Budhpur village is located in Manteswar Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhpur is Shushunia.
What is the pincode of Budhpur?
The pincode of Budhpur is 713515.
What is the population of Budhpur?
Budhpur had a total population of 690, including 350 males and 340 females.
How many households are there in Budhpur?
Budhpur had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhpur was 98.61%. Male literacy was 98.49% and female literacy was 98.73%.