Bamankutung - Gobindpur(Rajnagar), Saraikela Kharsawan
Bamankutung is a village situated in the Gobindpur(Rajnagar) subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 13 km from Rajnagar and around 39 km from Sarikela-kharswana. Adal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamankutung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamankutung is 379559. The village covers a total geographical area of 161 hectares and falls under the 831013 pincode. Jamshedpur is the nearest town.
Bamankutung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraikella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamankutung
As per Census 2011, Bamankutung village has a total population of 457 people, consisting of 226 males and 231 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 268 literate and 189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 116 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamankutung are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 457 | 226 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 21 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 54 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 268 | 158 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 68 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Bamankutung
Bamankutung 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Golokutung | North-West | 1.11 km |
| Chota Sijulata | West | 1.15 km |
| Bara Sijulata | South | 1.24 km |
| Edal | East | 1.44 km |
| Rupanachra | North | 1.50 km |
| Pachrikutung | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Urughutu | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Barsasai | North | 2.40 km |
| Chaliama | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Khokro | West | 2.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bamankutung
Bamankutung is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Adityapur, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sarikela-kharswana to Bamankutung is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamankutung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamankutung village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bamankutung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamankutung 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bamankutung
Where is Bamankutung located?
Bamankutung village is located in Gobindpur(Rajnagar) Subdivision, Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamankutung?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamankutung is Adal.
What is the pincode of Bamankutung?
The pincode of Bamankutung is 831013.
What is the population of Bamankutung?
Bamankutung has a total population of 457, including 226 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Bamankutung?
There are 99 households in Bamankutung.
What is the literacy rate in Bamankutung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamankutung is 58.64%. Male literacy is 69.91% and female literacy is 47.62%.