Burul - Namthang, Namchi

Burul is a village situated in the Namthang subdivision of Namchi district, Sikkim. It is located approximately 40 km from Namchi and around 40 km from Namchi. Rameng Nizrameng serves as the Gram Panchayat for Burul village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Burul is 261175. The village covers a total geographical area of 381.81 hectares and falls under the 737126 pincode. Singtam is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.

Burul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sabhapati serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Namthang-rateypani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sikkim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Burul

According to the 2011 Census, Burul village had a total population of 405 people, including 225 males and 180 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.29%, with male literacy at 73.96% and female literacy at 65.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 112.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Burul

Burul is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Burul

Burul is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Darjeeling, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.9 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singtam to Burul is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Namchi to Burul is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Burul

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Burul village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Burul

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Burul village are given below:

FAQs about Burul