Buram - Poornagiri, Champawat
Buram is a village situated in the Poornagiri tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poornagiri and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Budam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Buram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buram is 054417. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.37 hectares and falls under the 262523 pincode. Tanakpur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Buram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Buram
According to the 2011 Census, Buram village had a total population of 351 people, including 175 males and 176 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.78%, with male literacy at 71.07% and female literacy at 51.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 137.
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 | 351 | 175 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 54 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 70 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 86 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 89 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Buram
Buram 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 Buram
Buram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Tanakpur to Buram is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Buram is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Buram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buram 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 Buram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Buram
Where is Buram located?
Buram village is located in Poornagiri Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Buram?
The Gram Panchayat of Buram is Budam.
What is the pincode of Buram?
The pincode of Buram is 262523.
What is the population of Buram?
Buram had a total population of 351, including 175 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Buram?
Buram had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Buram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buram was 60.78%. Male literacy was 71.07% and female literacy was 51.49%.