Bhumkan

Bhumkan is a village located in Etapalli tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Etapalli (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Manewara is the gram panchayat of Bhumkan village.

Bhumkan has its own place in the vibrant Gadchiroli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Bhumkan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhumkan is 539526. The village spans a total geographical area of 2088.32 hectares. Gadchiroli is nearest town to Bhumkan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 110km away.

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Population of Bhumkan

Below is a concise population overview of Bhumkan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 458 244 214
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 79 49 30
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 436 238 198
Literate Population 285 161 124
Illiterate Population 173 83 90

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bhumkan village:

  • The total population of Bhumkan village is around 458, including approximately 244 males and 214 females, with a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 79 children aged 0–6 years in Bhumkan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bhumkan village has 436 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bhumkan village is about 62.23%, with male literacy at 65.98% and female literacy at 57.94%.
  • There are around 69 households in Bhumkan village.

Connectivity of Bhumkan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhumkan. As per the 2011 stats, Bhumkan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bhumkan

Knowing the nearby villages of Bhumkan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhumkan.

Mandoli Rithi Medhari Alenga M Ropi Pendulwahi Gundam Karrem Jaweli Bk Kanhalgaon Karka Kh Asawandi

Frequently Asked Questions about Bhumkan

Where is Bhumkan located?
Bhumkan village is situated in Etapalli Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhumkan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhumkan is Manewara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Bhumkan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhumkan is 458, with 244 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Bhumkan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhumkan village has a total of 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhumkan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhumkan is 62.23%. The male literacy rate is 65.98%, while the female literacy rate is 57.94%.