Bural - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Bural is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Bural (ka) Vas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bural village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bural is 508236. The village covers a total geographical area of 1845.09 hectares and falls under the 385545 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bural village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deesa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bural
According to the 2011 Census, Bural village had a total population of 5,062 people, including 2,548 males and 2,514 females, living in 857 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.06%, with male literacy at 71.08% and female literacy at 34.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 375.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,062 | 2,548 | 2,514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 940 | 484 | 456 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 375 | 186 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,187 | 1,467 | 720 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,875 | 1,081 | 1,794 |
Nearby Villages of Bural
Bural 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 Bural
Public transport in the Bural is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bural.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Bural is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Bural is about 60 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 Bural
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bural village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bural
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bural village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bural
Where is Bural located?
Bural village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bural?
The Gram Panchayat of Bural is Bural (ka) Vas.
What is the pincode of Bural?
The pincode of Bural is 385545.
What is the population of Bural?
Bural had a total population of 5,062, including 2,548 males and 2,514 females.
How many households are there in Bural?
Bural had 857 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bural?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bural was 53.06%. Male literacy was 71.08% and female literacy was 34.99%.