Buruga

Buruga is a village located in Veeraghattam mandal of Srikakulam district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Veeraghattam (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Srikakulam. As per 2009 stats, Chalivendri is the gram panchayat of Buruga village.

Buruga has its own place in the vibrant Srikakulam region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Buruga

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Buruga is 579919. The village spans a total geographical area of 121 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 532460. Parvathipuram is nearest town to Buruga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.

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Population of Buruga

Below is a concise population overview of Buruga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 469 227 242
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 45 22 23
Scheduled Castes (SC) 242 122 120
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 1 1
Literate Population 274 149 125
Illiterate Population 195 78 117

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Buruga village:

  • The total population of Buruga village is around 469, including approximately 227 males and 242 females, with a sex ratio of 1066 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 45 children aged 0–6 years in Buruga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Buruga village has 242 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Buruga village is about 58.42%, with male literacy at 65.64% and female literacy at 51.65%.
  • There are around 126 households in Buruga village.

Connectivity of Buruga

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Buruga. As per the 2011 stats, Buruga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Buruga

Knowing the nearby villages of Buruga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Buruga.

Narsipuram Chinagora Pedduru Chalivendri Jirayathi Gopalapuram Nadukuru Vikrampuram Nadimikella Modatikella Srihari Puram Chittipudivalasa

Frequently Asked Questions about Buruga

Where is Buruga located?
Buruga village is situated in Veeraghattam Mandal, within the Srikakulam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Buruga?
The Gram Panchayat of Buruga is Chalivendri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Buruga?
The pincode of Buruga is 532460, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Buruga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Buruga is 469, with 227 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Buruga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Buruga village has a total of 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Buruga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Buruga is 58.42%. The male literacy rate is 65.64%, while the female literacy rate is 51.65%.