Burujhola - Buguda, Ganjam
Burujhola is a village situated in the Buguda tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buguda and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Kholakhali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Burujhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Burujhola is 410413. The village covers a total geographical area of 448 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Buguda is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Burujhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Burujhola
According to the 2011 Census, Burujhola village had a total population of 523 people, including 274 males and 249 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.05%, with male literacy at 82.16% and female literacy at 67.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 227.
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 | 523 | 274 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 119 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 349 | 198 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 76 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Burujhola
Burujhola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramanda | East | 1.91 km |
| Solandi | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Talasakara | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Bethiabarada | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Kholakhali | South | 3.02 km |
| Thanapalli | North | 3.29 km |
| Gudipalli | West | 3.31 km |
| Bellapur | South | 3.36 km |
| Dakarabadi | North-West | 3.49 km |
| Betarsingi | North-East | 3.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Burujhola
Burujhola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khallikot, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.5 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 Buguda to Burujhola is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Burujhola is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Burujhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Burujhola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Burujhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Burujhola 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Burujhola
Where is Burujhola located?
Burujhola village is located in Buguda Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Burujhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Burujhola is Kholakhali.
What is the pincode of Burujhola?
The pincode of Burujhola is 761118.
What is the population of Burujhola?
Burujhola had a total population of 523, including 274 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Burujhola?
Burujhola had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Burujhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Burujhola was 75.05%. Male literacy was 82.16% and female literacy was 67.41%.