Burj

Burj is a village located in Malerkotla tehsil of Sangrur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Malerkotla (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Sangrur. As per 2009 stats, Burj village is also a gram panchayat.

Burj has its own place in the vibrant Sangrur 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 039568. The village spans a total geographical area of 311 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 148023. Malerkotla 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 1,286 681 605
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 129 69 60
Scheduled Castes (SC) 356 177 179
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 827 475 352
Illiterate Population 459 206 253

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

  • The total population of Burj village is around 1,286, including approximately 681 males and 605 females, with a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 129 children aged 0–6 years in Burj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Burj village has 356 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Burj village is about 64.31%, with male literacy at 69.75% and female literacy at 58.18%.
  • There are around 249 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 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within village

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.

Rurka Ahan Kheri Bahadurgarh Faridpur Mubarakpur Attaulapur Hathan Amargarh Kuram Kaleran Pharwahi

Frequently Asked Questions about Burj

Where is Burj located?
Burj village is situated in Malerkotla Tehsil, within the Sangrur 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 148023, 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 1,286, with 681 males and 605 females.
How many households are there in Burj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Burj village has a total of 249 households.
What is the literacy rate in Burj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Burj is 64.31%. The male literacy rate is 69.75%, while the female literacy rate is 58.18%.