Bulanpur - Garbeta - II, Paschim Medinipur
Bulanpur is a village situated in the Garbeta - II subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Patharpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bulanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bulanpur is 336503. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.95 hectares and falls under the 721127 pincode. Midnapur is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Bulanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salboni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bulanpur
As per Census 2011, Bulanpur village has a total population of 1,412 people, consisting of 695 males and 717 females. The village has 325 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,018 literate and 394 illiterate residents. Additionally, 696 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 292 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bulanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,412 | 695 | 717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 68 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 696 | 344 | 352 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 292 | 140 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 1,018 | 559 | 459 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 136 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Bulanpur
Bulanpur 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 Bulanpur
Bulanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Midnapur to Bulanpur is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bulanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bulanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bulanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bulanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bulanpur
Where is Bulanpur located?
Bulanpur village is located in Garbeta - II Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bulanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bulanpur is Patharpara.
What is the pincode of Bulanpur?
The pincode of Bulanpur is 721127.
What is the population of Bulanpur?
Bulanpur has a total population of 1,412, including 695 males and 717 females.
How many households are there in Bulanpur?
There are 325 households in Bulanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bulanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bulanpur is 72.10%. Male literacy is 80.43% and female literacy is 64.02%.