Buruja
Buruja is a village located in Lakshmipur tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Lakshmipur (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Burja is the gram panchayat of Buruja village.
Here you can discover what makes Buruja unique in its vibrant Lakshmipur-Koraput region. You’ll see Buruja’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Buruja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Buruja is 428532. The village spans a total geographical area of 171 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 765013. Sunabeda is nearest town to Buruja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
Google Map of Buruja
Population of Buruja
According to the 2011 Census, Buruja has a total population of about 2,036, with approximately 1,092 males and 944 females. The sex ratio is around 864 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 286 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 926 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,050. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.50%, with male literacy at about 57.51% and female literacy near 35.91%. There are around 355 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Buruja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,036 | 1,092 | 944 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 120 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 926 | 498 | 428 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,050 | 552 | 498 |
| Literate Population | 967 | 628 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,069 | 464 | 605 |
Connectivity of Buruja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Buruja. As per the 2011 stats, Buruja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Buruja
Knowing the nearby villages of Buruja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Buruja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Buruja
- Where is Buruja located?
- Buruja village is situated in Lakshmipur Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Buruja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Buruja is Burja (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Buruja?
- The pincode of Buruja is 765013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Buruja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Buruja is 2,036, with 1,092 males and 944 females.
- How many households are there in Buruja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Buruja village has a total of 355 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Buruja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Buruja is 47.50%. The male literacy rate is 57.51%, while the female literacy rate is 35.91%.