Itulkudum - Bhairamgarh, Bijapur
Itulkudum is a village situated in the Bhairamgarh tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 73 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhairamgarh and around 121 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Bengloor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Itulkudum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Itulkudum is 451290. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.6 hectares and falls under the 494450 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Itulkudum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Itulkudum
According to the 2011 Census, Itulkudum village had a total population of 74 people, including 36 males and 38 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.76%, with male literacy at 43.33% and female literacy at 21.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 73.
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 | 74 | 36 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 35 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 23 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Itulkudum
Itulkudum 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 Itulkudum
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Itulkudum.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dantewada to Itulkudum is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Itulkudum is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Itulkudum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Itulkudum village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Itulkudum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Itulkudum village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Itulkudum
Where is Itulkudum located?
Itulkudum village is located in Bhairamgarh Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Itulkudum?
The Gram Panchayat of Itulkudum is Bengloor.
What is the pincode of Itulkudum?
The pincode of Itulkudum is 494450.
What is the population of Itulkudum?
Itulkudum had a total population of 74, including 36 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Itulkudum?
Itulkudum had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Itulkudum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Itulkudum was 32.76%. Male literacy was 43.33% and female literacy was 21.43%.