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 Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Budhpur
According to the 2011 Census, Budhpur village had a total population of 496 people, including 247 males and 249 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.81%, with male literacy at 79.90% and female literacy at 43.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 233, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 165.
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 | 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 had a total population of 496, including 247 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Budhpur?
Budhpur had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budhpur was 61.81%. Male literacy was 79.90% and female literacy was 43.81%.