Buriguda - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Buriguda is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 162 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Subaranagiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Buriguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buriguda is 417159. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 137 km away.
Buriguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Buriguda
According to the 2011 Census, Buriguda village had a total population of 45 people, including 21 males and 24 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,143 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.58%, with male literacy at 45.00% and female literacy at 16.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 45.
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 | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 12 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Buriguda
Buriguda 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 Buriguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Buriguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rayagada to Buriguda is about 137 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Buriguda is about 162 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Buriguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buriguda 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 Buriguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buriguda 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 Buriguda
Where is Buriguda located?
Buriguda village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Buriguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Buriguda is Subaranagiri.
What is the pincode of Buriguda?
The pincode of Buriguda is 762105.
What is the population of Buriguda?
Buriguda had a total population of 45, including 21 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Buriguda?
Buriguda had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Buriguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buriguda was 31.58%. Male literacy was 45.00% and female literacy was 16.67%.