Bhurung - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Bhurung is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 175 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Bonaikela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhurung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhurung is 384985. The village covers a total geographical area of 410 hectares and falls under the 770043 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Bhurung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhurung
According to the 2011 Census, Bhurung village had a total population of 250 people, including 109 males and 141 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,294 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.89%, with male literacy at 62.03% and female literacy at 48.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 107.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 109 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 51 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 49 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 60 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Bhurung
Bhurung 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 Bhurung
Bhurung is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Bhurung is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Bhurung is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhurung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhurung village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhurung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhurung 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhurung
Where is Bhurung located?
Bhurung village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhurung?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhurung is Bonaikela.
What is the pincode of Bhurung?
The pincode of Bhurung is 770043.
What is the population of Bhurung?
Bhurung had a total population of 250, including 109 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Bhurung?
Bhurung had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhurung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhurung was 53.89%. Male literacy was 62.03% and female literacy was 48.25%.