Burliyar - Coonoor, The Nilgiris
Burliyar is a village situated in the Coonoor taluka of The Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Coonoor and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Udhagamandalam. Burliar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Burliyar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Burliyar is 635112. The village covers a total geographical area of 1674.71 hectares and falls under the 643204 pincode. Coonoor is the nearest town.
Burliyar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Coonoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nilgiris Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Burliyar
As per Census 2011, Burliyar village has a total population of 3,676 people, consisting of 1,798 males and 1,878 females. The village has 1,085 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 381 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,572 literate and 1,104 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,402 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 386 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Burliyar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,676 | 1,798 | 1,878 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 381 | 208 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,402 | 670 | 732 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 386 | 194 | 192 |
| Literate Population | 2,572 | 1,364 | 1,208 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,104 | 434 | 670 |
Nearby Villages of Burliyar
Burliyar 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 Burliyar
Public transport in the Burliyar is mainly available through bus services. Burliyar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Udhagamandalam to Burliyar is about 26 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 Burliyar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Burliyar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Burliyar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Burliyar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Burliyar
Where is Burliyar located?
Burliyar village is located in Coonoor Taluka, The Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Burliyar?
The Gram Panchayat of Burliyar is Burliar.
What is the pincode of Burliyar?
The pincode of Burliyar is 643204.
What is the population of Burliyar?
Burliyar has a total population of 3,676, including 1,798 males and 1,878 females.
How many households are there in Burliyar?
There are 1,085 households in Burliyar.
What is the literacy rate in Burliyar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Burliyar is 69.97%. Male literacy is 75.86% and female literacy is 64.32%.