Bucham

Bucham is a village located in Shikaripara subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Shikaripara (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Barmasia is the gram panchayat of Bucham village.

Bucham has its own place in the vibrant Dumka 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 Bucham

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bucham is 370863. The village spans a total geographical area of 87.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 816119. Dumka is nearest town to Bucham village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Bucham

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 549 292 257
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 110 60 50
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2 N/A 2
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 71 33 38
Literate Population 209 141 68
Illiterate Population 340 151 189

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

  • The total population of Bucham village is around 549, including approximately 292 males and 257 females, with a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 110 children aged 0–6 years in Bucham village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bucham village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 71 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bucham village is about 38.07%, with male literacy at 48.29% and female literacy at 26.46%.
  • There are around 100 households in Bucham village.

Connectivity of Bucham

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

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

Nearby Villages of Bucham

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

Lakhanpur Majhladih Dhebadi Raghunathpur Gopalpur Bishanpur Saharjuri Karmatanr Simla Dhopahar Mahulpahari

Frequently Asked Questions about Bucham

Where is Bucham located?
Bucham village is situated in Shikaripara Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bucham?
The Gram Panchayat of Bucham is Barmasia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bucham?
The pincode of Bucham is 816119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bucham as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bucham is 549, with 292 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Bucham as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bucham village has a total of 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bucham as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bucham is 38.07%. The male literacy rate is 48.29%, while the female literacy rate is 26.46%.