Burupada - Hinjili, Ganjam
Burupada is a village situated in the Hinjili tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hinjili and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Burupada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Burupada is 412283. The village covers a total geographical area of 445 hectares and falls under the 761102 pincode. Hinjilicut is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Burupada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hinjili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Burupada
According to the 2011 Census, Burupada village had a total population of 6,065 people, including 3,071 males and 2,994 females, living in 1,190 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.40%, with male literacy at 82.22% and female literacy at 60.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,163.
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 | 6,065 | 3,071 | 2,994 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 764 | 394 | 370 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,163 | 594 | 569 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,785 | 2,201 | 1,584 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,280 | 870 | 1,410 |
Nearby Villages of Burupada
Burupada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pudingi | North-West | 1.64 km |
| Punanda | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Khandara | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Singipur | South | 2.02 km |
| Shyamasundarpur | West | 2.16 km |
| Subarnadeipur | West | 2.78 km |
| Gothagam | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Tahara | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Santoshpur | North | 3.63 km |
| Sampur | South-East | 3.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Burupada
Burupada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Brahmapur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hinjilicut to Burupada is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Burupada is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Burupada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Burupada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Burupada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Burupada 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Burupada
Where is Burupada located?
Burupada village is located in Hinjili Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Burupada?
Burupada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Burupada?
The pincode of Burupada is 761102.
What is the population of Burupada?
Burupada had a total population of 6,065, including 3,071 males and 2,994 females.
How many households are there in Burupada?
Burupada had 1,190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Burupada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Burupada was 71.40%. Male literacy was 82.22% and female literacy was 60.37%.