Burusunda - Rayagada, Gajapati

Burusunda is a village situated in the Rayagada tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from Garabandha and around 52 km from Paralakhemundi. Gangabada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Burusunda village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Burusunda is 414876. The village covers a total geographical area of 649 hectares and falls under the 761211 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.

Burusunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Burusunda

According to the 2011 Census, Burusunda village had a total population of 34 people, including 13 males and 21 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,615 females per 1,000 males. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.

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 Population341321
Child Population (0–6 yrs)202
Scheduled Castes (SC)000
Scheduled Tribes (ST)341321
Literate Population000
Illiterate Population341321

Nearby Villages of Burusunda

Burusunda 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 VillageDirectionApprox. Distance (Aerial)
BengasahiSouth1.01 km
EllasaraSouth-West1.18 km
TerabaNorth-West1.42 km
SankudaSouth-East1.49 km
ChitirangaNorth1.51 km
SanapachediaEast1.92 km
LakidaSouth-West2.19 km
ChamundiaNorth-East2.26 km
KerandiSouth-West2.31 km
BadapachidiaNorth-East2.45 km

Transport and Connectivity of Burusunda

Public transport in the Burusunda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mandasa Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 141.2 km.

ConnectivityStatusNearest Availability
Public Bus ServiceNoAvailable within >10 km
Private Bus ServiceNoAvailable within 5-10 km
Railway StationNoAvailable within >10 km

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Burusunda is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Burusunda is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Burusunda

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Burusunda village is detailed below:

Service TypeStatusNearest Availability
BankNoAvailable within 5-10 km
ATMNoAvailable within 5-10 km
Post OfficeNoAvailable within >10 km

Health Facilities in Burusunda

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Burusunda village are given below:

Facility TypeStatusNearest Availability
Health Sub-Centre (HSC)NoAvailable within 5-10 km
Primary Health Centre (PHC)NoAvailable within >10 km
Community Health Centre (CHC)NoAvailable within >10 km

FAQs about Burusunda

Where is Burusunda located?

Burusunda village is located in Rayagada Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.

What is the Gram Panchayat of Burusunda?

The Gram Panchayat of Burusunda is Gangabada.

What is the pincode of Burusunda?

The pincode of Burusunda is 761211.

What is the population of Burusunda?

Burusunda had a total population of 34, including 13 males and 21 females.

How many households are there in Burusunda?

Burusunda had 6 households.