Burda - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Burda is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rairakhol and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Burda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Burda is 382387. The village covers a total geographical area of 312 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Burda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Burda
As per Census 2011, Burda village has a total population of 344 people, consisting of 167 males and 177 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 1,059 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 242 literate and 102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Burda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 344 | 167 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 46 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 131 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 36 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Burda
Burda 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 Burda
Burda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Burda.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Redhakhol to Burda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Burda is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Burda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Burda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Burda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Burda 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 Burda
Where is Burda located?
Burda village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Burda?
Burda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Burda?
The pincode of Burda is 768106.
What is the population of Burda?
Burda has a total population of 344, including 167 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Burda?
There are 79 households in Burda.
What is the literacy rate in Burda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Burda is 70.35%. Male literacy is 78.44% and female literacy is 62.71%.