Bhurkunda
Bhurkunda is a village located in Sagardighi subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Sagardighi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Bhurkunda village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Moregram is the gram panchayat of Bhurkunda village.
Here you can discover what makes Bhurkunda unique in its vibrant Sagardighi-Murshidabad region. You’ll see Bhurkunda’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 Bhurkunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhurkunda is 314296. The village spans a total geographical area of 263.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742226. Jangipur is nearest town to Bhurkunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Bhurkunda
Population of Bhurkunda
According to the 2011 Census, Bhurkunda has a total population of about 2,539, with approximately 1,329 males and 1,210 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 358 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 9 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.15%, with male literacy at about 60.42% and female literacy near 53.55%. There are around 512 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhurkunda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,539 | 1,329 | 1,210 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 205 | 153 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,451 | 803 | 648 |
Illiterate Population | 1,088 | 526 | 562 |
Connectivity of Bhurkunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhurkunda. As per the 2011 stats, Bhurkunda 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 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhurkunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhurkunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhurkunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhurkunda
- Where is Bhurkunda located?
- Bhurkunda village is situated in Sagardighi Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhurkunda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bhurkunda is Moregram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bhurkunda?
- The pincode of Bhurkunda is 742226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhurkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhurkunda is 2,539, with 1,329 males and 1,210 females.
- How many households are there in Bhurkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhurkunda village has a total of 512 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhurkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhurkunda is 57.15%. The male literacy rate is 60.42%, while the female literacy rate is 53.55%.