Burda - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Burda is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Jarda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Burda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Burda is 385031. The village covers a total geographical area of 231 hectares and falls under the 770043 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 80 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 Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Burda
As per Census 2011, Burda village has a total population of 336 people, consisting of 152 males and 184 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 1,210 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 171 literate and 165 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 264 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Burda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 336 | 152 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 21 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 264 | 119 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 92 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 60 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Burda
Burda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanburda | East | 0.99 km |
| Budelbahal | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Badibahal | South-West | 2.69 km |
| Jarda | West | 2.76 km |
| Kurmloikela | South | 3.19 km |
| Salebhadi | South-West | 4.48 km |
| Baghiajungle | South-West | 4.56 km |
| Bandabahal | West | 5.21 km |
| Sudaloi | South-West | 5.38 km |
| Janda | South-West | 5.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Burda
Burda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Patasahi, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Burda is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Burda is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Burda
Where is Burda located?
Burda village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Burda?
The Gram Panchayat of Burda is Jarda.
What is the pincode of Burda?
The pincode of Burda is 770043.
What is the population of Burda?
Burda has a total population of 336, including 152 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Burda?
There are 91 households in Burda.
What is the literacy rate in Burda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Burda is 50.89%. Male literacy is 60.53% and female literacy is 42.93%.