Bhulanpur - Gopiballavpur - I, Jhargram
Bhulanpur is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - I subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Saria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhulanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhulanpur is 340681. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.88 hectares and falls under the 721506 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Bhulanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhulanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bhulanpur village had a total population of 521 people, including 277 males and 244 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.41%, with male literacy at 76.64% and female literacy at 56.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 432, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 64.
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 | 521 | 277 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 432 | 235 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 187 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 90 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Bhulanpur
Bhulanpur 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 Bhulanpur
Bhulanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Bhulanpur is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhulanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhulanpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhulanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhulanpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhulanpur
Where is Bhulanpur located?
Bhulanpur village is located in Gopiballavpur - I Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhulanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhulanpur is Saria.
What is the pincode of Bhulanpur?
The pincode of Bhulanpur is 721506.
What is the population of Bhulanpur?
Bhulanpur had a total population of 521, including 277 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Bhulanpur?
Bhulanpur had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhulanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhulanpur was 67.41%. Male literacy was 76.64% and female literacy was 56.52%.