Burghuna - Bageshwar
Burghuna is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Burghuna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Burghuna is 051037. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.08 hectares and falls under the 263619 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Burghuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Burghuna
As per Census 2011, Burghuna village has a total population of 146 people, consisting of 69 males and 77 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,115 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 93 literate and 53 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Burghuna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 146 | 69 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 51 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 18 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Burghuna
Burghuna 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 Burghuna
Burghuna 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Burghuna is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Burghuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Burghuna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Burghuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Burghuna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Burghuna
Where is Burghuna located?
Burghuna village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Burghuna?
Burghuna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Burghuna?
The pincode of Burghuna is 263619.
What is the population of Burghuna?
Burghuna has a total population of 146, including 69 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Burghuna?
There are 30 households in Burghuna.
What is the literacy rate in Burghuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Burghuna is 63.70%. Male literacy is 73.91% and female literacy is 54.55%.