Bhulane - Shahade, Nandurbar
Bhulane is a village situated in the Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahade and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Bhulane village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhulane is 525544. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.81 hectares and falls under the 425444 pincode. Shahade is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Bhulane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhulane
As per Census 2011, Bhulane village has a total population of 2,069 people, consisting of 1,048 males and 1,021 females. The village has 352 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 424 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 853 literate and 1,216 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,979 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhulane are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,069 | 1,048 | 1,021 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 424 | 221 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,979 | 998 | 981 |
| Literate Population | 853 | 534 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,216 | 514 | 702 |
Nearby Villages of Bhulane
Bhulane is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Manmodya | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Bhongra | North-West | 3.87 km |
| Langadibhavani | East | 5.21 km |
| Dudhkheda | West | 6.01 km |
| Malgaon | North-East | 6.09 km |
| Chirkhan | West | 6.52 km |
| Shahane | East | 6.63 km |
| Katghar | South-East | 6.93 km |
| Mandane | North-West | 7.15 km |
| Khaparkheda | South-West | 7.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhulane
Public transport in the Bhulane is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dondaicha, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shahade to Bhulane is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Bhulane is about 55 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 Bhulane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhulane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhulane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhulane 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 Bhulane
Where is Bhulane located?
Bhulane village is located in Shahade Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhulane?
Bhulane is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhulane?
The pincode of Bhulane is 425444.
What is the population of Bhulane?
Bhulane has a total population of 2,069, including 1,048 males and 1,021 females.
How many households are there in Bhulane?
There are 352 households in Bhulane.
What is the literacy rate in Bhulane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhulane is 41.23%. Male literacy is 50.95% and female literacy is 31.24%.