Burj
About Burj
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Burj village is 035889. Burj village is located in Talwandi Sabo tehsil of Bathinda district in Punjab, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Talwandi Sabo (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Bathinda. As per 2009 stats, Burj village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 731 hectares. Burj has a total population of 2,578 peoples, out of which male population is 1,349 while female population is 1,229. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 911 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of burj village is 48.84% out of which 53.37% males and 43.86% females are literate. There are about 479 houses in burj village. Pincode of burj village locality is 151509.
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 Maur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bathinda Lok Sabha constituency. Maur is nearest town to burj village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Burj
The population details of Burj cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,578 | 1,349 | 1,229 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 319 | 169 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,336 | 690 | 646 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,259 | 720 | 539 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,319 | 629 | 690 |
Connectivity of Burj
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Burj
Where is Burj located?
Burj village is situated in Talwandi Sabo Tehsil, within the Bathinda 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 151509, 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 2,578, with 1,349 males and 1,229 females.
How many households are there in Burj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Burj village has a total of 479 households.
What is the literacy rate in Burj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Burj is 48.84%. The male literacy rate is 53.37%, while the female literacy rate is 43.86%.