Buknawan

Buknawan is a village located in Sanjhauli subdivision of Rohtas district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Sanjhauli (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Sasaram. As per 2009 stats, Sanjhauli is the gram panchayat of Buknawan village.

Buknawan has its own place in the vibrant Rohtas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Buknawan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Buknawan is 251512. The village spans a total geographical area of 162.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 802220. Bikramganj is nearest town to Buknawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

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Population of Buknawan

Below is a concise population overview of Buknawan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 995 526 469
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 162 88 74
Scheduled Castes (SC) 156 79 77
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 647 386 261
Illiterate Population 348 140 208

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Buknawan village:

  • The total population of Buknawan village is around 995, including approximately 526 males and 469 females, with a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 162 children aged 0–6 years in Buknawan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Buknawan village has 156 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Buknawan village is about 65.03%, with male literacy at 73.38% and female literacy at 55.65%.
  • There are around 152 households in Buknawan village.

Connectivity of Buknawan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Buknawan. As per the 2011 stats, Buknawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Buknawan

Knowing the nearby villages of Buknawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Buknawan.

Charpurwa Chhulkar Chauria Bazidpur Karma Garura Sajhauli Khutaha Bairi Koni Khatalpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Buknawan

Where is Buknawan located?
Buknawan village is situated in Sanjhauli Subdivision, within the Rohtas district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Buknawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Buknawan is Sanjhauli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Buknawan?
The pincode of Buknawan is 802220, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Buknawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Buknawan is 995, with 526 males and 469 females.
How many households are there in Buknawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Buknawan village has a total of 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Buknawan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Buknawan is 65.03%. The male literacy rate is 73.38%, while the female literacy rate is 55.65%.