Bhurkunda

Bhurkunda is a village located in Masturi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Masturi (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Bakarkuda is the gram panchayat of Bhurkunda village.

Bhurkunda has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur 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 Bhurkunda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhurkunda is 438925. The village spans a total geographical area of 599.773 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495551. Bilaspur is nearest town to Bhurkunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 52km away.

When it comes to local governance, Bhurkunda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Masturi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Bhurkunda

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,377 676 701
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 251 126 125
Scheduled Castes (SC) 853 428 425
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 116 45 71
Literate Population 704 430 274
Illiterate Population 673 246 427

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

  • The total population of Bhurkunda village is around 1,377, including approximately 676 males and 701 females, with a sex ratio of 1036 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 251 children aged 0–6 years in Bhurkunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bhurkunda village has 853 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 116 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bhurkunda village is about 51.13%, with male literacy at 63.61% and female literacy at 39.09%.
  • There are around 342 households in Bhurkunda village.

Connectivity of Bhurkunda

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

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

Nearby Villages of Bhurkunda

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bhurkunda

Where is Bhurkunda located?
Bhurkunda village is situated in Masturi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhurkunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhurkunda is Bakarkuda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bhurkunda?
The pincode of Bhurkunda is 495551, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bhurkunda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhurkunda is 1,377, with 676 males and 701 females.
How many households are there in Bhurkunda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhurkunda village has a total of 342 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhurkunda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhurkunda is 51.13%. The male literacy rate is 63.61%, while the female literacy rate is 39.09%.