Burja
About Burja
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Burja village is 427331. Burja village is located in Umarkote tehsil of Nabarangapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Umarkote (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Nabarangapur . As per 2009 stats, Burja village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 944 hectares. Burja has a total population of 3,434 peoples, out of which male population is 1,739 while female population is 1,695. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 974 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of burja village is 48.14% out of which 53.88% males and 42.24% females are literate. There are about 741 houses in burja village. Pincode of burja village locality is 764073.
When it comes to administration, Burja village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Burja village comes under Umarkote Vidhan Sabha constituency & Nabarangpur Lok Sabha constituency. Umarkote is nearest town to burja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Burja
The population details of Burja cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,434 | 1,739 | 1,695 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 538 | 269 | 269 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,181 | 606 | 575 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,131 | 568 | 563 |
| Literate Population | 1,653 | 937 | 716 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,781 | 802 | 979 |
Connectivity of Burja
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Burja
Where is Burja located?
Burja village is situated in Umarkote Tehsil, within the Nabarangapur district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Burja?
Burja serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Burja?
The pincode of Burja is 764073, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Burja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Burja is 3,434, with 1,739 males and 1,695 females.
How many households are there in Burja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Burja village has a total of 741 households.
What is the literacy rate in Burja as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Burja is 48.14%. The male literacy rate is 53.88%, while the female literacy rate is 42.24%.