Bursunge - Murbad, Thane
Bursunge is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Bursunge village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bursunge is 553190. The village covers a total geographical area of 263 hectares and falls under the 421402 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Bursunge village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bursunge
As per Census 2011, Bursunge village has a total population of 533 people, consisting of 260 males and 273 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 367 literate and 166 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bursunge are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 533 | 260 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 209 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 51 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Bursunge
Bursunge 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 Bursunge
Bursunge is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalyan to Bursunge is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Bursunge is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bursunge
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bursunge village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bursunge
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bursunge village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bursunge
Where is Bursunge located?
Bursunge village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bursunge?
Bursunge is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bursunge?
The pincode of Bursunge is 421402.
What is the population of Bursunge?
Bursunge has a total population of 533, including 260 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Bursunge?
There are 116 households in Bursunge.
What is the literacy rate in Bursunge?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bursunge is 68.86%. Male literacy is 80.38% and female literacy is 57.88%.