Burbinaju - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Burbinaju is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Burbinaju village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Burbinaju is 416006. The village covers a total geographical area of 308 hectares and falls under the 762112 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Burbinaju 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 Burbinaju
According to the 2011 Census, Burbinaju village had a total population of 884 people, including 474 males and 410 females, living in 217 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.58%, with male literacy at 81.66% and female literacy at 49.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 668.
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 | 884 | 474 | 410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 65 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 668 | 363 | 305 |
| Literate Population | 512 | 334 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 140 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Burbinaju
Burbinaju 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 Burbinaju
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Burbinaju. Burbinaju has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Burbinaju is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Burbinaju is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Burbinaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Burbinaju village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Burbinaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Burbinaju village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Burbinaju
Where is Burbinaju located?
Burbinaju village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Burbinaju?
Burbinaju is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Burbinaju?
The pincode of Burbinaju is 762112.
What is the population of Burbinaju?
Burbinaju had a total population of 884, including 474 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Burbinaju?
Burbinaju had 217 households.
What is the literacy rate in Burbinaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Burbinaju was 66.58%. Male literacy was 81.66% and female literacy was 49.44%.