Bhundakona - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Bhundakona is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Pondki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhundakona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhundakona is 502291. The village covers a total geographical area of 225.81 hectares and falls under the 484886 pincode. Amarkantak is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Bhundakona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhundakona
According to the 2011 Census, Bhundakona village had a total population of 323 people, including 146 males and 177 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 1,212 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.31%, with male literacy at 71.88% and female literacy at 52.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 198.
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 | 323 | 146 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 18 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 198 | 86 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 92 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 54 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Bhundakona
Bhundakona 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 Bhundakona
Public transport in the Bhundakona is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarkantak to Bhundakona is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Bhundakona is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhundakona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhundakona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhundakona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhundakona 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 Bhundakona
Where is Bhundakona located?
Bhundakona village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhundakona?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhundakona is Pondki.
What is the pincode of Bhundakona?
The pincode of Bhundakona is 484886.
What is the population of Bhundakona?
Bhundakona had a total population of 323, including 146 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Bhundakona?
Bhundakona had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhundakona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhundakona was 61.31%. Male literacy was 71.88% and female literacy was 52.05%.