Bhurukundi - Betnoti, Mayurbhanj

Bhurukundi is a village situated in the Betnoti tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Betanati and around 37 km from Baripada. Purinda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhurukundi village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhurukundi is 390559. The village covers a total geographical area of 169 hectares and falls under the 757025 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.

Bhurukundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badasahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Bhurukundi

According to the 2011 Census, Bhurukundi village had a total population of 822 people, including 427 males and 395 females, living in 241 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.91%, with male literacy at 71.66% and female literacy at 53.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Bhurukundi

Bhurukundi 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Bhurukundi

Bhurukundi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Betnoti, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.9 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Bhurukundi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Bhurukundi is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Bhurukundi

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhurukundi village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Bhurukundi

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhurukundi village are given below:

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