Burla - Kaprada, Valsad
Burla is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Burala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Burla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Burla is 523569. The village covers a total geographical area of 578.71 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Burla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Burla
As per Census 2011, Burla village has a total population of 1,648 people, consisting of 839 males and 809 females. The village has 284 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 311 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 600 literate and 1,048 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,642 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Burla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,648 | 839 | 809 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 311 | 166 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,642 | 837 | 805 |
| Literate Population | 600 | 372 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,048 | 467 | 581 |
Nearby Villages of Burla
Burla 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 Burla
Public transport in the Burla is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharampur to Burla is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Burla is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Burla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Burla 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 Burla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Burla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Burla
Where is Burla located?
Burla village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Burla?
The Gram Panchayat of Burla is Burala.
What is the pincode of Burla?
The pincode of Burla is 396067.
What is the population of Burla?
Burla has a total population of 1,648, including 839 males and 809 females.
How many households are there in Burla?
There are 284 households in Burla.
What is the literacy rate in Burla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Burla is 36.41%. Male literacy is 44.34% and female literacy is 28.18%.