Bursum Bari - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Bursum Bari is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Bursam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bursum Bari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bursum Bari is 050089. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.22 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Bursum Bari 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bursum Bari
According to the 2011 Census, Bursum Bari village had a total population of 712 people, including 372 males and 340 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.27%, with male literacy at 93.59% and female literacy at 65.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 201.
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 | 712 | 372 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 60 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 97 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 484 | 292 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 80 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Bursum Bari
Bursum Bari 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 Bursum Bari
Bursum Bari 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Bursum Bari is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bursum Bari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bursum Bari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bursum Bari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bursum Bari 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bursum Bari
Where is Bursum Bari located?
Bursum Bari village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bursum Bari?
The Gram Panchayat of Bursum Bari is Bursam.
What is the pincode of Bursum Bari?
The pincode of Bursum Bari is 262522.
What is the population of Bursum Bari?
Bursum Bari had a total population of 712, including 372 males and 340 females.
How many households are there in Bursum Bari?
Bursum Bari had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bursum Bari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bursum Bari was 80.27%. Male literacy was 93.59% and female literacy was 65.98%.