Buraspani - Syalde, Almora
Buraspani is a village situated in the Syalde tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 43 km from Sult and around 186 km from Almora. Buraspani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buraspani is 052044. The village covers a total geographical area of 386.56 hectares and falls under the 263661 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 116 km away.
Buraspani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salt Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Buraspani
According to the 2011 Census, Buraspani village had a total population of 641 people, including 274 males and 367 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 1,339 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.54%, with male literacy at 77.88% and female literacy at 58.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 641 | 274 | 367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 66 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 340 | 162 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 112 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Buraspani
Buraspani 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 Buraspani
Buraspani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Buraspani is about 116 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Buraspani is about 186 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Buraspani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buraspani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Buraspani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buraspani 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Buraspani
Where is Buraspani located?
Buraspani village is located in Syalde Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Buraspani?
Buraspani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Buraspani?
The pincode of Buraspani is 263661.
What is the population of Buraspani?
Buraspani had a total population of 641, including 274 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Buraspani?
Buraspani had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Buraspani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buraspani was 66.54%. Male literacy was 77.88% and female literacy was 58.75%.