Burkunda Village - Mandro, Sahebganj
Burkunda is a village situated in the Mandro subdivision of Sahebganj district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Mandro and around 13 km from Sahibganj. Simra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Burkunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Burkunda is 357993. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 816120 pincode. Sahibganj is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Burkunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Burkunda
Burkunda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mari Kuti | North-East | 0.85 km |
| Demba | East | 1.31 km |
| Pokharia | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Saharpur | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Amjora | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Majh Kola | North | 1.95 km |
| Bhawanichauki | North | 1.96 km |
| Kotgandi | South | 2.26 km |
| Kanipahar | West | 2.27 km |
| Karamtola Dakhin | North-West | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Burkunda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Burkunda. The nearest railway station is Karamtola, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sahibganj to Burkunda is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Burkunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Burkunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Burkunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Burkunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Burkunda
Where is Burkunda located?
Burkunda village is located in Mandro Subdivision, Sahebganj district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Burkunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Burkunda is Simra.
What is the pincode of Burkunda?
The pincode of Burkunda is 816120.