Burunga Pt I - Katigora, Cachar
Burunga Pt I is a village situated in the Katigora subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 306 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katigora and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Baikuntapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Burunga Pt I village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Burunga Pt I is 299111. The village covers a total geographical area of 215.54 hectares and falls under the 788115 pincode. Badarpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Burunga Pt I village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katigorah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Burunga Pt I
As per Census 2011, Burunga Pt I village has a total population of 2,766 people, consisting of 1,459 males and 1,307 females. The village has 568 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 451 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,847 literate and 919 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Burunga Pt I are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,766 | 1,459 | 1,307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 451 | 239 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 35 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,847 | 1,044 | 803 |
| Illiterate Population | 919 | 415 | 504 |
Nearby Villages of Burunga Pt I
Burunga Pt I 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 Burunga Pt I
Burunga Pt I is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Burunga Pt I.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badarpur to Burunga Pt I is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Burunga Pt I is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Burunga Pt I
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Burunga Pt I village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Burunga Pt I
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Burunga Pt I 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 Burunga Pt I
Where is Burunga Pt I located?
Burunga Pt I village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Burunga Pt I?
The Gram Panchayat of Burunga Pt I is Baikuntapur.
What is the pincode of Burunga Pt I?
The pincode of Burunga Pt I is 788115.
What is the population of Burunga Pt I?
Burunga Pt I has a total population of 2,766, including 1,459 males and 1,307 females.
How many households are there in Burunga Pt I?
There are 568 households in Burunga Pt I.
What is the literacy rate in Burunga Pt I?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Burunga Pt I is 66.78%. Male literacy is 71.56% and female literacy is 61.44%.