Burupada - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Burupada is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dutipada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Burupada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Burupada is 415665. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 762029 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Burupada
According to the 2011 Census, Burupada village had a total population of 203 people, including 106 males and 97 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.43%, with male literacy at 94.51% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 181, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
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 | 203 | 106 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 94 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 86 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 20 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Burupada
Burupada 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 Burupada
Public transport in the Burupada is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Phulabani to Burupada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Burupada is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Burupada
Where is Burupada located?
Burupada village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Burupada?
The Gram Panchayat of Burupada is Dutipada.
What is the pincode of Burupada?
The pincode of Burupada is 762029.
What is the population of Burupada?
Burupada had a total population of 203, including 106 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Burupada?
Burupada had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Burupada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Burupada was 83.43%. Male literacy was 94.51% and female literacy was 71.43%.