Bhurusund - Jharsuguda
Bhurusund is a village situated in the Jharsuguda tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from Badmal and around 26 km from Jharsuguda. Patrapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhurusund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhurusund is 381137. The village covers a total geographical area of 6 hectares and falls under the 768202 pincode. Jharsuguda is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Bhurusund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharsuguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhurusund
As per Census 2011, Bhurusund village has a total population of 147 people, consisting of 76 males and 71 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 79 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhurusund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 147 | 76 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 62 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 46 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 30 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Bhurusund
Bhurusund 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 Bhurusund
Bhurusund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jharsuguda to Bhurusund is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhurusund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhurusund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhurusund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhurusund 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 Bhurusund
Where is Bhurusund located?
Bhurusund village is located in Jharsuguda Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhurusund?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhurusund is Patrapali.
What is the pincode of Bhurusund?
The pincode of Bhurusund is 768202.
What is the population of Bhurusund?
Bhurusund has a total population of 147, including 76 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Bhurusund?
There are 39 households in Bhurusund.
What is the literacy rate in Bhurusund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhurusund is 53.74%. Male literacy is 60.53% and female literacy is 46.48%.