Dudhkundi - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Dudhkundi is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 28 km from Bandgaon and around 59 km from Chaibasa. Tebo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dudhkundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudhkundi is 377160. The village covers a total geographical area of 245 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Dudhkundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakradharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dudhkundi
According to the 2011 Census, Dudhkundi village had a total population of 372 people, including 173 males and 199 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,150 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.71%, with male literacy at 71.63% and female literacy at 35.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 369.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 372 | 173 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 32 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 369 | 171 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 101 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 72 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Dudhkundi
Dudhkundi 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 Dudhkundi
Dudhkundi 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 located within 5-10 km of Dudhkundi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chaibasa to Dudhkundi is about 59 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 Dudhkundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudhkundi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dudhkundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudhkundi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dudhkundi
Where is Dudhkundi located?
Dudhkundi village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dudhkundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dudhkundi is Tebo.
What is the pincode of Dudhkundi?
The pincode of Dudhkundi is 833201.
What is the population of Dudhkundi?
Dudhkundi had a total population of 372, including 173 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Dudhkundi?
Dudhkundi had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dudhkundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudhkundi was 53.71%. Male literacy was 71.63% and female literacy was 35.92%.