Bukukia - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Bukukia is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Barakhama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bukukia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bukukia is 416573. The village covers a total geographical area of 116 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Bukukia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bukukia
According to the 2011 Census, Bukukia village had a total population of 59 people, including 28 males and 31 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,107 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 73.91% and female literacy at 29.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 59.
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 | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 17 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 11 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Bukukia
Bukukia 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 Bukukia
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bukukia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 G. Udayagiri to Bukukia is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Bukukia is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bukukia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bukukia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bukukia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bukukia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bukukia
Where is Bukukia located?
Bukukia village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bukukia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bukukia is Barakhama.
What is the pincode of Bukukia?
The pincode of Bukukia is 762110.
What is the population of Bukukia?
Bukukia had a total population of 59, including 28 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Bukukia?
Bukukia had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bukukia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bukukia was 50.00%. Male literacy was 73.91% and female literacy was 29.63%.