Bhurusi - Kotpad, Koraput
Bhurusi is a village situated in the Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 56 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotpad and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Dhamanahandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhurusi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhurusi is 428158. The village covers a total geographical area of 274 hectares and falls under the 764058 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bhurusi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhurusi
As per Census 2011, Bhurusi village has a total population of 737 people, consisting of 377 males and 360 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 188 literate and 549 illiterate residents. Additionally, 212 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 483 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhurusi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 737 | 377 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 85 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 107 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 483 | 251 | 232 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 117 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 260 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Bhurusi
Bhurusi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pochia (panchia) | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Jorondipodar | South-East | 1.29 km |
| Monchahandi | South | 1.93 km |
| Jamunahandi | West | 1.94 km |
| Muraoda | East | 2.29 km |
| Semala | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Sankorda (sankarada) | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Narahandi | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Aunli | South | 2.73 km |
| Umorapondi | South-West | 3.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhurusi
Bhurusi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambagaon, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Bhurusi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Bhurusi is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhurusi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhurusi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhurusi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhurusi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhurusi
Where is Bhurusi located?
Bhurusi village is located in Kotpad Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhurusi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhurusi is Dhamanahandi.
What is the pincode of Bhurusi?
The pincode of Bhurusi is 764058.
What is the population of Bhurusi?
Bhurusi has a total population of 737, including 377 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Bhurusi?
There are 186 households in Bhurusi.
What is the literacy rate in Bhurusi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhurusi is 25.51%. Male literacy is 31.03% and female literacy is 19.72%.