Budungkal - Gudri, West Singhbhum
Budungkal is a village situated in the Gudri subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 80 km from Chakradharpur (podahat) and around 105 km from Chaibasa. Bandu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Budungkal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Budungkal is 376982. The village covers a total geographical area of 426 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Budungkal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Budungkal
According to the 2011 Census, Budungkal village had a total population of 563 people, including 290 males and 273 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.87%, with male literacy at 86.02% and female literacy at 51.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 541.
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 | 563 | 290 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 54 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 541 | 278 | 263 |
| Literate Population | 323 | 203 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 87 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Budungkal
Budungkal 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 Budungkal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Budungkal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Budungkal is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Budungkal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Budungkal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Budungkal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Budungkal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Budungkal
Where is Budungkal located?
Budungkal village is located in Gudri Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Budungkal?
The Gram Panchayat of Budungkal is Bandu.
What is the pincode of Budungkal?
The pincode of Budungkal is 833201.
What is the population of Budungkal?
Budungkal had a total population of 563, including 290 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Budungkal?
Budungkal had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Budungkal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Budungkal was 68.87%. Male literacy was 86.02% and female literacy was 51.50%.