Burar - Patran, Patiala
Burar is a village situated in the Patran tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patran and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Burar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Burar is 036273. The village covers a total geographical area of 228 hectares and falls under the 147105 pincode. Patran is the nearest town.
Burar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shutrana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Burar
As per Census 2011, Burar village has a total population of 1,260 people, consisting of 643 males and 617 females. The village has 243 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 685 literate and 575 illiterate residents. Additionally, 204 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Burar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,260 | 643 | 617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 90 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 104 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 685 | 389 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 575 | 254 | 321 |
Nearby Villages of Burar
Burar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Burar
Burar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Patiala to Burar is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Burar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Burar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Burar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Burar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Burar
Where is Burar located?
Burar village is located in Patran Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Burar?
Burar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Burar?
The pincode of Burar is 147105.
What is the population of Burar?
Burar has a total population of 1,260, including 643 males and 617 females.
How many households are there in Burar?
There are 243 households in Burar.
What is the literacy rate in Burar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Burar is 54.37%. Male literacy is 60.50% and female literacy is 47.97%.