Butoiești

Butoiești is a commune located in Mehedinți County, Romania. It is situated in the southwestern part of the country, within the historical region of Oltenia. The commune is composed of several villages: Arginești, Butoiești, Gura Motrului, Jugastru, Pluta, and Răduțești.

The area is primarily rural, with agriculture being a significant part of the local economy. The commune's name, Butoiești, likely derives from the Romanian word "butoi," meaning barrel, perhaps indicating a historical presence of barrel makers or related industries in the region.

Butoiești is connected to other towns and cities in the region by roads. Information on local governance, demographics, infrastructure, and specific historical events within the commune may be available from Mehedinți County authorities or historical archives related to the region. The population is generally considered to be relatively small compared to larger urban centers in Romania.