Budhpur - Manbazar - I, Purulia
Budhpur is a village situated in the Manbazar - I subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.6 km from Manbazar and around 36.2 km from Purulia. Dhanarah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budhpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budhpur is 331978. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.25 hectares and falls under the 723131 pincode. Puruliya is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Budhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Budhpur
As per Census 2011, Budhpur village has a total population of 496 people, consisting of 247 males and 249 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 259 literate and 237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 233 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 165 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Budhpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 496 | 247 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 233 | 116 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 165 | 76 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 259 | 167 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 80 | 157 |
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
Public transport in the Budhpur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Puruliya to Budhpur is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Budhpur is about 36.2 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Budhpur
Where is Budhpur located?
Budhpur village is located in Manbazar - I Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Budhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Budhpur is Dhanarah.
What is the pincode of Budhpur?
The pincode of Budhpur is 723131.
What is the population of Budhpur?
Budhpur has a total population of 496, including 247 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Budhpur?
There are 121 households in Budhpur.
What is the literacy rate in Budhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhpur is 52.22%. Male literacy is 67.61% and female literacy is 36.95%.