Burka

Burka is a village located in Torpa subdivision of Khunti district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Torpa (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Khunti. As per 2009 stats, Dorma is the gram panchayat of Burka village.

Burka has its own place in the vibrant Khunti 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 Burka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Burka is 374888. The village spans a total geographical area of 75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835227. Torpa is nearest town to Burka village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Burka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 147 79 68
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 22 11 11
Scheduled Castes (SC) 22 12 10
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 79 43 36
Literate Population 85 53 32
Illiterate Population 62 26 36

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

  • The total population of Burka village is around 147, including approximately 79 males and 68 females, with a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 22 children aged 0–6 years in Burka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Burka village has 22 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 79 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Burka village is about 57.82%, with male literacy at 67.09% and female literacy at 47.06%.
  • There are around 26 households in Burka village.

Connectivity of Burka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Burka. As per the 2011 stats, Burka 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Burka

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Burka

Where is Burka located?
Burka village is situated in Torpa Subdivision, within the Khunti district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Burka?
The Gram Panchayat of Burka is Dorma (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Burka?
The pincode of Burka is 835227, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Burka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Burka is 147, with 79 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Burka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Burka village has a total of 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Burka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Burka is 57.82%. The male literacy rate is 67.09%, while the female literacy rate is 47.06%.