Burj - Ratia, Fatehabad
Burj is a village situated in the Ratia tehsil of Fatehabad district, Haryana. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ratia and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Fatehabad. Burj village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Burj is 060308. The village covers a total geographical area of 540 hectares and falls under the 125051 pincode. Ratia is the nearest town.
Burj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ratia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sirsa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Burj
As per Census 2011, Burj village has a total population of 1,554 people, consisting of 780 males and 774 females. The village has 284 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 852 literate and 702 illiterate residents. Additionally, 678 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Burj are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,554 | 780 | 774 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 124 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 678 | 330 | 348 |
| Literate Population | 852 | 465 | 387 |
| Illiterate Population | 702 | 315 | 387 |
Nearby Villages of Burj
Burj 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 Burj
Burj is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Fatehabad to Burj is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Burj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Burj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Burj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Burj 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Burj
Where is Burj located?
Burj village is located in Ratia Tehsil, Fatehabad district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Burj?
Burj is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Burj?
The pincode of Burj is 125051.
What is the population of Burj?
Burj has a total population of 1,554, including 780 males and 774 females.
How many households are there in Burj?
There are 284 households in Burj.
What is the literacy rate in Burj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Burj is 54.83%. Male literacy is 59.62% and female literacy is 50.00%.