Burudel - Machh Kund, Koraput
Burudel is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machh Kund and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Badigada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Burudel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Burudel is 429568. The village covers a total geographical area of 225 hectares and falls under the 764040 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Burudel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Burudel
As per Census 2011, Burudel village has a total population of 307 people, consisting of 149 males and 158 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 58 literate and 249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Burudel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 307 | 149 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 22 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 47 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 102 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Burudel
Burudel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharasapada | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Tillaypada | South-East | 3.91 km |
| Badigada | North | 4.56 km |
| Chikeniput | North-East | 4.72 km |
| Ganel | North | 6.72 km |
| Sana Kichaba | East | 7.28 km |
| Godihanjar | North-East | 7.28 km |
| Kunjamba | North-East | 7.30 km |
| Ambapada | North-East | 7.48 km |
| Jamiriguda | South-East | 8.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Burudel
Burudel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Machhakunda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.8 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 Koraput to Burudel is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Burudel is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Burudel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Burudel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Burudel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Burudel 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 Burudel
Where is Burudel located?
Burudel village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Burudel?
The Gram Panchayat of Burudel is Badigada.
What is the pincode of Burudel?
The pincode of Burudel is 764040.
What is the population of Burudel?
Burudel has a total population of 307, including 149 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Burudel?
There are 88 households in Burudel.
What is the literacy rate in Burudel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Burudel is 18.89%. Male literacy is 31.54% and female literacy is 6.96%.