Thuruburai - Sheragada, Ganjam
Thuruburai is a village situated in the Sheragada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 72 km from Hinjili and around 70 km from Chatrapur. Thuruburai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thuruburai is 412299. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 761102 pincode. Hinjilicut is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Thuruburai 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 Thuruburai
According to the 2011 Census, Thuruburai village had a total population of 2,598 people, including 1,403 males and 1,195 females, living in 505 households. The sex ratio was 852 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.44%, with male literacy at 86.09% and female literacy at 63.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 230.
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 | 2,598 | 1,403 | 1,195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 342 | 188 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 124 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,702 | 1,046 | 656 |
| Illiterate Population | 896 | 357 | 539 |
Nearby Villages of Thuruburai
Thuruburai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Thuruburai
Thuruburai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Thuruburai is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Thuruburai is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thuruburai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thuruburai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thuruburai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thuruburai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thuruburai
Where is Thuruburai located?
Thuruburai village is located in Sheragada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thuruburai?
Thuruburai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thuruburai?
The pincode of Thuruburai is 761102.
What is the population of Thuruburai?
Thuruburai had a total population of 2,598, including 1,403 males and 1,195 females.
How many households are there in Thuruburai?
Thuruburai had 505 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thuruburai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thuruburai was 75.44%. Male literacy was 86.09% and female literacy was 63.02%.