Bhukani - Raghogarh, Guna
Bhukani is a village situated in the Raghogarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raghogarh and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Parsoliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhukani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhukani is 499310. The village covers a total geographical area of 620 hectares and falls under the 473226 pincode. Raghogarh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bhukani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhukani
According to the 2011 Census, Bhukani village had a total population of 620 people, including 313 males and 307 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.20%, with male literacy at 52.43% and female literacy at 37.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 619.
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 | 620 | 313 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 46 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 619 | 313 | 306 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 140 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 380 | 173 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Bhukani
Bhukani 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 Bhukani
Bhukani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Raghogarh to Bhukani is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Bhukani is about 60 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 Bhukani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhukani 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 Bhukani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhukani 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 Bhukani
Where is Bhukani located?
Bhukani village is located in Raghogarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhukani?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhukani is Parsoliya.
What is the pincode of Bhukani?
The pincode of Bhukani is 473226.
What is the population of Bhukani?
Bhukani had a total population of 620, including 313 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Bhukani?
Bhukani had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhukani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhukani was 45.20%. Male literacy was 52.43% and female literacy was 37.88%.