Buromunda - Gaisilet, Bargarh
Buromunda is a village situated in the Gaisilet tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaisilet and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Buromunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buromunda is 380082. The village covers a total geographical area of 921 hectares and falls under the 768037 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Buromunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Buromunda
According to the 2011 Census, Buromunda village had a total population of 2,454 people, including 1,254 males and 1,200 females, living in 664 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.05%, with male literacy at 81.00% and female literacy at 62.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 494, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 618.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,454 | 1,254 | 1,200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 133 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 494 | 248 | 246 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 618 | 310 | 308 |
| Literate Population | 1,588 | 908 | 680 |
| Illiterate Population | 866 | 346 | 520 |
Nearby Villages of Buromunda
Buromunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baidpali | North | 2.42 km |
| Kendubhata | West | 2.80 km |
| Gaisilet | East | 2.88 km |
| Jogimatha | North | 3.01 km |
| Sansahajbahal | South | 3.26 km |
| Bhoipali | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Kalangapali | East | 3.54 km |
| Kandagad | South-West | 3.92 km |
| Jamutpali | North-West | 4.08 km |
| Halankanasi | North-West | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Buromunda
Public transport in the Buromunda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khalipali, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padmapur to Buromunda is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Buromunda is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Buromunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buromunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Buromunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buromunda 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 Buromunda
Where is Buromunda located?
Buromunda village is located in Gaisilet Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Buromunda?
Buromunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Buromunda?
The pincode of Buromunda is 768037.
What is the population of Buromunda?
Buromunda had a total population of 2,454, including 1,254 males and 1,200 females.
How many households are there in Buromunda?
Buromunda had 664 households.
What is the literacy rate in Buromunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buromunda was 72.05%. Male literacy was 81.00% and female literacy was 62.79%.