Buka

Buka is a village located in Patan subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Patan (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Medininagar (daltonganj). As per 2009 stats, Kaswakhar is the gram panchayat of Buka village.

Buka has its own place in the vibrant Palamu 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 Buka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Buka is 365983. The village spans a total geographical area of 336.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822123. Patan is nearest town to Buka village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Buka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 230 122 108
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 42 20 22
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 N/A 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 180 97 83
Literate Population 91 52 39
Illiterate Population 139 70 69

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

  • The total population of Buka village is around 230, including approximately 122 males and 108 females, with a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 42 children aged 0–6 years in Buka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Buka village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 180 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Buka village is about 39.57%, with male literacy at 42.62% and female literacy at 36.11%.
  • There are around 41 households in Buka village.

Connectivity of Buka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Buka. As per the 2011 stats, Buka 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 Buka

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

Ledgani Naudiha Larbandhhwa Tilaiya Chetma Tisibar Rol Baghmari Alias Pakhalmar Nawadih Haraiya Khurd Alias Doomba Khajuri

Frequently Asked Questions about Buka

Where is Buka located?
Buka village is situated in Patan Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Buka?
The Gram Panchayat of Buka is Kaswakhar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Buka?
The pincode of Buka is 822123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Buka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Buka is 230, with 122 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Buka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Buka village has a total of 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Buka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Buka is 39.57%. The male literacy rate is 42.62%, while the female literacy rate is 36.11%.