Burj

Burj is a village located in Khamanon tehsil of Fatehgarh Sahib district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Khamanon (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Fatehgarh Sahib. As per 2009 stats, Burj village is also a gram panchayat.

Burj has its own place in the vibrant Fatehgarh Sahib region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Burj

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Burj is 032920. The village spans a total geographical area of 141 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140101. Khamanon is nearest town to Burj village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Burj

Below is a concise population overview of Burj as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 767 392 375
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 72 37 35
Scheduled Castes (SC) 246 123 123
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 471 246 225
Illiterate Population 296 146 150

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Burj village:

  • The total population of Burj village is around 767, including approximately 392 males and 375 females, with a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 72 children aged 0–6 years in Burj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Burj village has 246 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Burj village is about 61.41%, with male literacy at 62.76% and female literacy at 60.00%.
  • There are around 150 households in Burj village.

Connectivity of Burj

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Burj. As per the 2011 stats, Burj had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Burj

Knowing the nearby villages of Burj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Burj.

Dholewal Kheri Naudh Singh Baur Kotla Masud Sohavi Lohar Majra Khurd Todarpur Shadipur Panj Koha Bhattian Manpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Burj

Where is Burj located?
Burj village is situated in Khamanon Tehsil, within the Fatehgarh Sahib 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 140101, 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 767, with 392 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Burj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Burj village has a total of 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Burj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Burj is 61.41%. The male literacy rate is 62.76%, while the female literacy rate is 60.00%.