Bursol - Tharali, Chamoli
Bursol is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Bursol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bursol is 041682. The village covers a total geographical area of 220.11 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Bursol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bursol
According to the 2011 Census, Bursol village had a total population of 385 people, including 177 males and 208 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,175 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.48%, with male literacy at 89.68% and female literacy at 71.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 385 | 177 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 139 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 38 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Bursol
Bursol 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 Bursol
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Bursol.
| 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 Karnaprayag to Bursol is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Bursol is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bursol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bursol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bursol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bursol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bursol
Where is Bursol located?
Bursol village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bursol?
Bursol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bursol?
The pincode of Bursol is 246481.
What is the population of Bursol?
Bursol had a total population of 385, including 177 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Bursol?
Bursol had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bursol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bursol was 79.48%. Male literacy was 89.68% and female literacy was 71.20%.