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Butterflies belongs to order Lepidoptera of class Insecta. They prefers host or nectar plants for growth and development with indicates their diversity of flora of an area. They are major ecological indicators, play an vital role in the food chain and food web. Study on diversity of butterflies conducted from May 2023 to September 2024. Documented a total of 115 butterfly species belonging to 74 genera across five families: Hesperiidae (16 species, 13.91%), Lycaenidae (25 species, 21.73%), Nymphalidae (37 species, 32.2%), Papilionidae (17 species, 14.8%), and Pieridae (20 species, 17.4%). Statistical data revealed, Shannon-Wiener Diversity Index (H') of 1.558, indicating moderate diversity across families, with a low Evenness Index (J = 0.2222) stating uneven species distribution. Dominance Index (32.2) highlighted Nymphalidae's significant contribution to the overall species diversity. This study underscores the areas significance as a biodiversity hotspot and provides baseline data to monitor anthropological and climatic impacts. The results also contribute to regional biodiversity records, aiding policymakers and conservationists in prioritizing areas for protection.