Burda - Saintala, Balangir
Burda is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Deng serves as the Gram Panchayat for Burda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Burda is 421081. The village covers a total geographical area of 389 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Burda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Burda
As per Census 2011, Burda village has a total population of 1,037 people, consisting of 519 males and 518 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 723 literate and 314 illiterate residents. Additionally, 187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 176 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Burda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,037 | 519 | 518 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 68 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 93 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 176 | 90 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 723 | 411 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 108 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Burda
Burda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deng | South-East | 1.25 km |
| Karlabahali | North | 1.71 km |
| Dhunkeda | West | 2.10 km |
| Brahmani | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Bibina | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Kangarlaga | South | 3.05 km |
| Saintala | East | 3.40 km |
| Kuikeda | South-West | 3.42 km |
| Mahagaon | South-East | 4.20 km |
| Junanimal | North-East | 4.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Burda
Public transport in the Burda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Saintala, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Titlagarh to Burda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Burda is about 40 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 Burda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Burda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Burda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Burda 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 Burda
Where is Burda located?
Burda village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Burda?
The Gram Panchayat of Burda is Deng.
What is the pincode of Burda?
The pincode of Burda is 767032.
What is the population of Burda?
Burda has a total population of 1,037, including 519 males and 518 females.
How many households are there in Burda?
There are 265 households in Burda.
What is the literacy rate in Burda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Burda is 69.72%. Male literacy is 79.19% and female literacy is 60.23%.