Bhuna - Harischandrapur - II, Malda

Bhuna is a village situated in the Harischandrapur - II subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.2 km from Barduari and around 72 km from English Bazar. Sadlichak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhuna village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhuna is 312120. The village covers a total geographical area of 157.37 hectares and falls under the 732125 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.

Bhuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.

Population of Bhuna

According to the 2011 Census, Bhuna village had a total population of 782 people, including 400 males and 382 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.76%, with male literacy at 37.86% and female literacy at 15.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 511.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Bhuna

Bhuna 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Bhuna

Bhuna is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dilli Dewan Ganj, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.8 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katihar to Bhuna is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Bhuna is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Bhuna

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhuna village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Bhuna

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhuna village are given below:

FAQs about Bhuna