Burapanga - Raikia, Kandhamal
Burapanga is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 54 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Ranaba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Burapanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Burapanga is 417636. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Burapanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Burapanga
As per Census 2011, Burapanga village has a total population of 130 people, consisting of 46 males and 84 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,826 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 79 literate and 51 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Burapanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 130 | 46 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 7 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 17 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 2 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 32 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 14 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Burapanga
Burapanga 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 Burapanga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Burapanga.
| 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 Bhanjanagar to Burapanga is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Burapanga is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Burapanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Burapanga 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Burapanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Burapanga 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 Burapanga
Where is Burapanga located?
Burapanga village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Burapanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Burapanga is Ranaba.
What is the pincode of Burapanga?
The pincode of Burapanga is 762101.
What is the population of Burapanga?
Burapanga has a total population of 130, including 46 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Burapanga?
There are 28 households in Burapanga.
What is the literacy rate in Burapanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Burapanga is 60.77%. Male literacy is 69.57% and female literacy is 55.95%.