Burch
Burch is a village located in Nerua tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 150km away from district headquarter Nerua. Nerua is the sub-district headquarter of Burch village. As per 2009 stats, Paudia Bp is the gram panchayat of Burch village.
Here you can discover what makes Burch unique in its vibrant Nerua-Shimla region. You’ll see Burch’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Burch
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Burch is 025697. The village spans a total geographical area of 45.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171210. Chaupal is nearest town to Burch village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Burch 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 Chopal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Burch
Population of Burch
According to the 2011 Census, Burch has a total population of about 40, with approximately 19 males and 21 females. The sex ratio is around 1105 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.00%, with male literacy at about 78.95% and female literacy near 52.38%. There are around 8 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Burch's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 4 | 10 |
Connectivity of Burch
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Burch. As per the 2011 stats, Burch had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Burch
Knowing the nearby villages of Burch helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Burch.
Frequently Asked Questions about Burch
- Where is Burch located?
- Burch village is situated in Nerua Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Burch?
- The Gram Panchayat of Burch is Paudia Bp (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Burch?
- The pincode of Burch is 171210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Burch as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Burch is 40, with 19 males and 21 females.
- How many households are there in Burch as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Burch village has a total of 8 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Burch as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Burch is 65.00%. The male literacy rate is 78.95%, while the female literacy rate is 52.38%.