Bhaluka Village Overview
Bhaluka is a village in Khatra tehsil of Bankura district, West Bengal. It lies about 10.3 km from Khatra tehsil headquarters. Bankura is the district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Baidyanathpur is the Gram Panchayat for Bhaluka village.
The sections below provide essential information about Bhaluka village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhaluka is 328962. The village covers a geographical area of 113.9 hectares and has a pincode of 722140. Khatra is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Location Map of Bhaluka
Population & Demographics of Bhaluka
This section provides population and demographic details of Bhaluka village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 228 | 126 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 38 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 134 | 89 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 37 | 57 |
Key population details of Bhaluka village are given below:
- Bhaluka village is a small village with a total population of around 228, including approximately 126 males and 102 females, with a sex ratio of 809 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 65 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Bhaluka village is moderate, with a literacy rate of about 58.77%.
- There are around 49 households in Bhaluka village.
Transport & Connectivity of Bhaluka
Transport facilities help residents of Bhaluka village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhaluka
The following villages are located close to Bhaluka and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhaluka
- Where is Bhaluka located?
- Bhaluka village is located in Khatra Subdivision, Bankura district, West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhaluka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bhaluka is Baidyanathpur (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Bhaluka?
- The pincode of Bhaluka is 722140.
- What is the population of Bhaluka?
- Bhaluka has a total population of 228, including 126 males and 102 females.
- How many households are there in Bhaluka?
- There are 49 households in Bhaluka.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhaluka?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhaluka is 58.77%. Male literacy is 70.63% and female literacy is 44.12%.