Burinagar - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Burinagar is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 47.9 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Nandanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Burinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Burinagar is 310636. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.68 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Burinagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Burinagar
As per Census 2011, Burinagar village has a total population of 438 people, consisting of 222 males and 216 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 259 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 436 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Burinagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 438 | 222 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 436 | 221 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 259 | 156 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 66 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Burinagar
Burinagar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahasura | South-West | 0.92 km |
| Tilna | North | 1.31 km |
| Sayrapur | South-East | 1.42 km |
| Sahanali | West | 1.65 km |
| Jadab Bati | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Tholahar | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Chandrail | South | 2.07 km |
| Bhimtair | South | 2.08 km |
| Nimtair | South | 2.23 km |
| Jaypur | North-East | 2.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Burinagar
Public transport in the Burinagar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gangarampur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.4 km.
| 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 Gangarampur to Burinagar is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Burinagar is about 47.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Burinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Burinagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Burinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Burinagar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Burinagar
Where is Burinagar located?
Burinagar village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Burinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Burinagar is Nandanpur.
What is the pincode of Burinagar?
The pincode of Burinagar is 733124.
What is the population of Burinagar?
Burinagar has a total population of 438, including 222 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Burinagar?
There are 101 households in Burinagar.
What is the literacy rate in Burinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Burinagar is 59.13%. Male literacy is 70.27% and female literacy is 47.69%.