Bhursiguda - Jayapatna, Kalahandi
Bhursiguda is a village situated in the Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayapatna and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Ranamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhursiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhursiguda is 424097. The village covers a total geographical area of 321 hectares and falls under the 766017 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Bhursiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhursiguda
As per Census 2011, Bhursiguda village has a total population of 943 people, consisting of 468 males and 475 females. The village has 220 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 395 literate and 548 illiterate residents. Additionally, 191 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhursiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 943 | 468 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 80 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 92 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 252 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 548 | 216 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Bhursiguda
Bhursiguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gungunia | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Ranamal | North-East | 1.82 km |
| Gatabandha | West | 2.10 km |
| Matualguda | North | 2.84 km |
| Rengalpali | South | 2.85 km |
| Madhupur | North-West | 3.27 km |
| Umer | East | 3.50 km |
| Bhejiguda | South-East | 3.77 km |
| Thelkomunda | North-East | 3.85 km |
| Jalatamunda | North | 4.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhursiguda
Bhursiguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.6 km.
| 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 Junagarh to Bhursiguda is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Bhursiguda is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhursiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhursiguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhursiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhursiguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhursiguda
Where is Bhursiguda located?
Bhursiguda village is located in Jayapatna Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhursiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhursiguda is Ranamal.
What is the pincode of Bhursiguda?
The pincode of Bhursiguda is 766017.
What is the population of Bhursiguda?
Bhursiguda has a total population of 943, including 468 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Bhursiguda?
There are 220 households in Bhursiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Bhursiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhursiguda is 41.89%. Male literacy is 53.85% and female literacy is 30.11%.