Burj
About Burj
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Burj village is 037174. Burj village is located in Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Ajnala (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Burj village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 202 hectares. Burj has a total population of 1,203 peoples, out of which male population is 613 while female population is 590. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 962 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of burj village is 18.70% out of which 28.22% males and 8.81% females are literate. There are about 219 houses in burj village. Pincode of burj village locality is 143411.
When it comes to administration, Burj village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Burj village comes under Amritsar central Vidhan Sabha constituency & Amritsar Lok Sabha constituency. Ajnala is nearest town to burj village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Burj
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,203 | 613 | 590 |
| Children (0-6) | 260 | 140 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,129 | 575 | 554 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 225 | 173 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 978 | 440 | 538 |
Connectivity of Burj
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Burj
Where is Burj located?
Burj village is situated in Ajnala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Burj?
Burj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Burj?
The pincode of Burj is 143411, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Burj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Burj is 1,203, with 613 males and 590 females.
How many households are there in Burj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Burj village has a total of 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Burj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Burj is 18.70%. The male literacy rate is 28.22%, while the female literacy rate is 8.81%.