Bulawand
Bulawand is a village located in Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Antagarh (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Bulawand village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bulawand unique in its vibrant Antagarh-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Bulawand’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bulawand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bulawand is 448032. The village spans a total geographical area of 618.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491337. Antagarh is nearest town to Bulawand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bulawand village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bulawand
Population of Bulawand
According to the 2011 Census, Bulawand has a total population of about 740, with approximately 363 males and 377 females. The sex ratio is around 1038 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 142 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 11 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 485. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.76%, with male literacy at about 63.64% and female literacy near 40.32%. There are around 176 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bulawand's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 740 | 363 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 73 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 485 | 232 | 253 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 231 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 132 | 225 |
Connectivity of Bulawand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bulawand. As per the 2011 stats, Bulawand had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bulawand
Knowing the nearby villages of Bulawand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bulawand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bulawand
- Where is Bulawand located?
- Bulawand village is situated in Antagarh Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bulawand?
- Bulawand serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bulawand?
- The pincode of Bulawand is 491337, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bulawand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bulawand is 740, with 363 males and 377 females.
- How many households are there in Bulawand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bulawand village has a total of 176 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bulawand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bulawand is 51.76%. The male literacy rate is 63.64%, while the female literacy rate is 40.32%.