Buragaon - Buragaon Eac, West Kameng
Buragaon is a village situated in the Buragaon Eac circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from Jamiri and around 73 km from Bomdila. Buragaon (north) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Buragaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buragaon is 261835. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 790116 pincode.
Buragaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Buragaon
As per Census 2011, Buragaon village has a total population of 490 people, consisting of 235 males and 255 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 1,085 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 300 literate and 190 illiterate residents. Additionally, 452 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Buragaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 490 | 235 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 40 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 452 | 213 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 158 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 77 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Buragaon
Buragaon 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 Buragaon
Buragaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bomdila to Buragaon is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Buragaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buragaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Buragaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buragaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Buragaon
Where is Buragaon located?
Buragaon village is located in Buragaon Eac Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Buragaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Buragaon is Buragaon (north).
What is the pincode of Buragaon?
The pincode of Buragaon is 790116.
What is the population of Buragaon?
Buragaon has a total population of 490, including 235 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Buragaon?
There are 70 households in Buragaon.
What is the literacy rate in Buragaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buragaon is 61.22%. Male literacy is 67.23% and female literacy is 55.69%.