Bulawand - Antagarh, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Bulawand is a village situated in the Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Antagarh and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Bulawand village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bulawand is 448032. The village covers a total geographical area of 618.15 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bulawand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bulawand
As per Census 2011, Bulawand village has a total population of 740 people, consisting of 363 males and 377 females. The village has 176 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 383 literate and 357 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 485 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bulawand are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Bulawand
Bulawand is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kodokhasgaon | South-East | 2.32 km |
| Kanagaon | West | 2.88 km |
| Lampuri | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Masbaras | North | 3.17 km |
| Temrupani | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Pungaon | North | 3.36 km |
| Gawadekhasgaon | East | 3.37 km |
| Kodagaon | South | 3.88 km |
| Konechur | West | 4.30 km |
| Barrebeda | North | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bulawand
Bulawand is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Antagarh to Bulawand is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Bulawand is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bulawand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bulawand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bulawand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bulawand 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bulawand
Where is Bulawand located?
Bulawand village is located in Antagarh Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bulawand?
Bulawand is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bulawand?
The pincode of Bulawand is 494665.
What is the population of Bulawand?
Bulawand has a total population of 740, including 363 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Bulawand?
There are 176 households in Bulawand.
What is the literacy rate in Bulawand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bulawand is 51.76%. Male literacy is 63.64% and female literacy is 40.32%.