Bhasamkata - Bundwan, Purulia

Bhasamkata is a village situated in the Bundwan subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 22.9 km from Bandwan and around 62 km from Purulia. Chirudih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhasamkata village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhasamkata is 332384. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.71 hectares and falls under the 723129 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.

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

Population of Bhasamkata

According to the 2011 Census, Bhasamkata village had a total population of 457 people, including 236 males and 221 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.50%, with male literacy at 70.42% and female literacy at 39.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 139.

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

Nearby Villages of Bhasamkata

Bhasamkata 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 Bhasamkata

Bhasamkata is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Galudih, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.0 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purulia to Bhasamkata is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Bhasamkata is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Bhasamkata

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

Health Facilities in Bhasamkata

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

FAQs about Bhasamkata