Butgora - Puncha, Purulia
Butgora is a village situated in the Puncha subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.2 km from Puncha and around 48.8 km from Purulia. Lakhra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Butgora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Butgora is 331054. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.5 hectares and falls under the 723151 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Butgora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Butgora
According to the 2011 Census, Butgora village had a total population of 309 people, including 163 males and 146 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.39%, with male literacy at 86.75% and female literacy at 60.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 57.
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 | 309 | 163 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 33 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 131 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 32 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Butgora
Butgora 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 Butgora
Butgora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purulia to Butgora is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Butgora is about 48.8 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 Butgora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Butgora 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Butgora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Butgora 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Butgora
Where is Butgora located?
Butgora village is located in Puncha Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Butgora?
The Gram Panchayat of Butgora is Lakhra.
What is the pincode of Butgora?
The pincode of Butgora is 723151.
What is the population of Butgora?
Butgora had a total population of 309, including 163 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Butgora?
Butgora had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Butgora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Butgora was 74.39%. Male literacy was 86.75% and female literacy was 60.45%.