Burphu - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Burphu is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 159 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Milam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Burphu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Burphu is 048847. The village covers a total geographical area of 227.11 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 142 km away.
Burphu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Burphu
According to the 2011 Census, Burphu village had a total population of 94 people, including 55 males and 39 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 709 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.92%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 55.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 94 | 55 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 50 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 5 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Burphu
Burphu 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 Burphu
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Burphu.
| 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 Didihat to Burphu is about 142 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Burphu is about 159 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Burphu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Burphu 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Burphu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Burphu 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 Burphu
Where is Burphu located?
Burphu village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Burphu?
The Gram Panchayat of Burphu is Milam.
What is the pincode of Burphu?
The pincode of Burphu is 262554.
What is the population of Burphu?
Burphu had a total population of 94, including 55 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Burphu?
Burphu had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Burphu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Burphu was 76.92%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 55.56%.