Bhugaon
Bhugaon is a village located in Lakhani tehsil of Bhandara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhani (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Bhandara. As per 2009 stats, Bhugaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bhugaon unique in its vibrant Lakhani-Bhandara region. You’ll see Bhugaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bhugaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhugaon is 537230. The village spans a total geographical area of 337.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 441809. Bhandara is nearest town to Bhugaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.
Google Map of Bhugaon
Population of Bhugaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bhugaon has a total population of about 1,359, with approximately 667 males and 692 females. The sex ratio is around 1037 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 198 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 103 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.67%, with male literacy at about 75.41% and female literacy near 58.24%. There are around 311 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhugaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,359 | 667 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 94 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 51 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 906 | 503 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 453 | 164 | 289 |
Connectivity of Bhugaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhugaon. As per the 2011 stats, Bhugaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhugaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhugaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhugaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhugaon
- Where is Bhugaon located?
- Bhugaon village is situated in Lakhani Tehsil, within the Bhandara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhugaon?
- Bhugaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bhugaon?
- The pincode of Bhugaon is 441809, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhugaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhugaon is 1,359, with 667 males and 692 females.
- How many households are there in Bhugaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhugaon village has a total of 311 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhugaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhugaon is 66.67%. The male literacy rate is 75.41%, while the female literacy rate is 58.24%.