Bhurushi Khamar - Muniguda, Rayagada
Bhurushi Khamar is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muniguda and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Muniguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhurushi Khamar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhurushi Khamar is 424953. The village covers a total geographical area of 126 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Bhurushi Khamar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhurushi Khamar
As per Census 2011, Bhurushi Khamar village has a total population of 149 people, consisting of 71 males and 78 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 1,098 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 47 literate and 102 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhurushi Khamar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 149 | 71 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 13 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 31 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 40 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Bhurushi Khamar
Bhurushi Khamar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bhurushi Khamar
Public transport in the Bhurushi Khamar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Bhurushi Khamar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Bhurushi Khamar is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bhurushi Khamar is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhurushi Khamar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhurushi Khamar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhurushi Khamar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhurushi Khamar 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bhurushi Khamar
Where is Bhurushi Khamar located?
Bhurushi Khamar village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhurushi Khamar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhurushi Khamar is Muniguda.
What is the pincode of Bhurushi Khamar?
The pincode of Bhurushi Khamar is 765020.
What is the population of Bhurushi Khamar?
Bhurushi Khamar has a total population of 149, including 71 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Bhurushi Khamar?
There are 37 households in Bhurushi Khamar.
What is the literacy rate in Bhurushi Khamar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhurushi Khamar is 31.54%. Male literacy is 43.66% and female literacy is 20.51%.