Buran

Buran is a village located in Potashpur Ii subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Pratapdighi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Buran village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Khar is the gram panchayat of Buran village.

Buran has its own place in the vibrant Purba Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Buran

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Buran is 345088. The village spans a total geographical area of 70.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721440. Egra is nearest town to Buran village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Buran

Below is a concise population overview of Buran as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 652 343 309
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 59 35 24
Scheduled Castes (SC) 5 4 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 463 259 204
Illiterate Population 189 84 105

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Buran village:

  • The total population of Buran village is around 652, including approximately 343 males and 309 females, with a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 59 children aged 0–6 years in Buran village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Buran village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Buran village is about 71.01%, with male literacy at 75.51% and female literacy at 66.02%.
  • There are around 152 households in Buran village.

Connectivity of Buran

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Buran. As per the 2011 stats, Buran had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Buran

Knowing the nearby villages of Buran helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Buran.

Shyamshubar Khar Ratanpur Baharda Barbatia Baincha Kalyanpur Khatuabar Rautara Lachhubar Gabardhanpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Buran

Where is Buran located?
Buran village is situated in Potashpur Ii Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Buran?
The Gram Panchayat of Buran is Khar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Buran?
The pincode of Buran is 721440, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Buran as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Buran is 652, with 343 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Buran as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Buran village has a total of 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Buran as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Buran is 71.01%. The male literacy rate is 75.51%, while the female literacy rate is 66.02%.