Burkara

Burkara is a village located in Payal tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Payal (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Burkara village is also a gram panchayat.

Burkara has its own place in the vibrant Ludhiana 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 Burkara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Burkara is 033285. The village spans a total geographical area of 237 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141119. Maloud is nearest town to Burkara village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Burkara

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 305 158 147
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 26 11 15
Scheduled Castes (SC) 159 84 75
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 203 114 89
Illiterate Population 102 44 58

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

  • The total population of Burkara village is around 305, including approximately 158 males and 147 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 26 children aged 0–6 years in Burkara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Burkara village has 159 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Burkara village is about 66.56%, with male literacy at 72.15% and female literacy at 60.54%.
  • There are around 57 households in Burkara village.

Connectivity of Burkara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Burkara. As per the 2011 stats, Burkara 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Burkara

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

Dudhal Malo Daud Sihan Daud Unchi Daud Chak Slhandaud Sohian Jogi Majra Ramgarh Sardaran Timbarwal Sekha Theh Loharan

Frequently Asked Questions about Burkara

Where is Burkara located?
Burkara village is situated in Payal Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Burkara?
Burkara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Burkara?
The pincode of Burkara is 141119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Burkara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Burkara is 305, with 158 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Burkara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Burkara village has a total of 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Burkara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Burkara is 66.56%. The male literacy rate is 72.15%, while the female literacy rate is 60.54%.