Bhurkundi - Palojori, Deoghar
Bhurkundi is a village situated in the Palojori subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhupur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Bhurkundi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhurkundi is 355420. The village covers a total geographical area of 407.37 hectares and falls under the 814146 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Bhurkundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dumka Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhurkundi
As per Census 2011, Bhurkundi village has a total population of 1,779 people, consisting of 885 males and 894 females. The village has 367 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 280 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 965 literate and 814 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,446 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhurkundi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,779 | 885 | 894 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 154 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 26 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,446 | 711 | 735 |
| Literate Population | 965 | 577 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 814 | 308 | 506 |
Nearby Villages of Bhurkundi
Bhurkundi 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 Bhurkundi
Public transport in the Bhurkundi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bhurkundi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Bhurkundi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhurkundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhurkundi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhurkundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhurkundi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhurkundi
Where is Bhurkundi located?
Bhurkundi village is located in Palojori Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhurkundi?
Bhurkundi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhurkundi?
The pincode of Bhurkundi is 814146.
What is the population of Bhurkundi?
Bhurkundi has a total population of 1,779, including 885 males and 894 females.
How many households are there in Bhurkundi?
There are 367 households in Bhurkundi.
What is the literacy rate in Bhurkundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhurkundi is 54.24%. Male literacy is 65.20% and female literacy is 43.40%.