Budhkaran
Budhkaran is a village located in Naxalbari subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 2.5km away from sub-district headquarter Naxalbari. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Budhkaran village. As per 2009 stats, Nakshalbari is the gram panchayat of Budhkaran village.
Here you can discover what makes Budhkaran unique in its vibrant Naxalbari-Darjiling region. You’ll see Budhkaran’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 Budhkaran
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Budhkaran is 306588. The village spans a total geographical area of 233.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734429. Uttar Bagdogra is nearest town to Budhkaran village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Budhkaran
Population of Budhkaran
According to the 2011 Census, Budhkaran has a total population of about 1,632, with approximately 831 males and 801 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 202 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 812 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 482. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.91%, with male literacy at about 73.16% and female literacy near 54.31%. There are around 342 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Budhkaran's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,632 | 831 | 801 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 95 | 107 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 812 | 421 | 391 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 482 | 240 | 242 |
Literate Population | 1,043 | 608 | 435 |
Illiterate Population | 589 | 223 | 366 |
Connectivity of Budhkaran
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Budhkaran. As per the 2011 stats, Budhkaran had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Budhkaran
Knowing the nearby villages of Budhkaran helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Budhkaran.
Frequently Asked Questions about Budhkaran
- Where is Budhkaran located?
- Budhkaran village is situated in Naxalbari Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Budhkaran?
- The Gram Panchayat of Budhkaran is Nakshalbari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Budhkaran?
- The pincode of Budhkaran is 734429, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Budhkaran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Budhkaran is 1,632, with 831 males and 801 females.
- How many households are there in Budhkaran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Budhkaran village has a total of 342 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Budhkaran as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Budhkaran is 63.91%. The male literacy rate is 73.16%, while the female literacy rate is 54.31%.