Burujugura - Muniguda, Rayagada
Burujugura is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muniguda and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Patraguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Burujugura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Burujugura is 424872. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Burujugura 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 Burujugura
As per Census 2011, Burujugura village has a total population of 184 people, consisting of 87 males and 97 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 1,114 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 62 literate and 122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 121 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Burujugura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 184 | 87 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 56 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 51 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Burujugura
Burujugura 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 Burujugura
Public transport in the Burujugura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Burujugura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Burujugura is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Burujugura is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Burujugura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Burujugura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Burujugura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Burujugura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Burujugura
Where is Burujugura located?
Burujugura village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Burujugura?
The Gram Panchayat of Burujugura is Patraguda.
What is the pincode of Burujugura?
The pincode of Burujugura is 765020.
What is the population of Burujugura?
Burujugura has a total population of 184, including 87 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Burujugura?
There are 41 households in Burujugura.
What is the literacy rate in Burujugura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Burujugura is 33.70%. Male literacy is 41.38% and female literacy is 26.80%.