Bundia - Manbazar - II, Purulia
Bundia is a village situated in the Manbazar - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.4 km from Manbazar and around 58.3 km from Purulia. Dighi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bundia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bundia is 332232. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.47 hectares and falls under the 723131 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Bundia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bundia
As per Census 2011, Bundia village has a total population of 983 people, consisting of 508 males and 475 females. The village has 207 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 567 literate and 416 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bundia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 983 | 508 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 62 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 53 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 567 | 361 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 147 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Bundia
Bundia 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 Bundia
Bundia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purulia to Bundia is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Bundia is about 58.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bundia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bundia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bundia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bundia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bundia
Where is Bundia located?
Bundia village is located in Manbazar - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bundia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bundia is Dighi.
What is the pincode of Bundia?
The pincode of Bundia is 723131.
What is the population of Bundia?
Bundia has a total population of 983, including 508 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Bundia?
There are 207 households in Bundia.
What is the literacy rate in Bundia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bundia is 57.68%. Male literacy is 71.06% and female literacy is 43.37%.