Bukahula - Moran, Dibrugarh
Bukahula is a village situated in the Moran subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Moran and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Dibrugarh. Khowang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bukahula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bukahula is 291771. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.63 hectares and falls under the 785676 pincode. Moran is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bukahula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bukahula
According to the 2011 Census, Bukahula village had a total population of 501 people, including 274 males and 227 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 828 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.79%, with male literacy at 82.45% and female literacy at 56.50%.
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 | 501 | 274 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 202 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 72 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Bukahula
Bukahula 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 Bukahula
Bukahula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Moran to Bukahula is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dibrugarh to Bukahula is about 40 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 Bukahula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bukahula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bukahula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bukahula 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bukahula
Where is Bukahula located?
Bukahula village is located in Moran Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bukahula?
The Gram Panchayat of Bukahula is Khowang.
What is the pincode of Bukahula?
The pincode of Bukahula is 785676.
What is the population of Bukahula?
Bukahula had a total population of 501, including 274 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Bukahula?
Bukahula had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bukahula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bukahula was 70.79%. Male literacy was 82.45% and female literacy was 56.50%.