Buran - Potashpur - II, Purba Medinipur
Buran is a village situated in the Potashpur - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Khar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Buran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buran is 345088. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.26 hectares and falls under the 721440 pincode. Egra is the nearest town.
Buran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Buran
According to the 2011 Census, Buran village had a total population of 652 people, including 343 males and 309 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.08%, with male literacy at 84.09% and female literacy at 71.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 652 | 343 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 35 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 463 | 259 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 84 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Buran
Buran 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 Buran
Buran is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Buran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Buran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buran 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 Buran
Where is Buran located?
Buran village is located in Potashpur - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Buran?
The Gram Panchayat of Buran is Khar.
What is the pincode of Buran?
The pincode of Buran is 721440.
What is the population of Buran?
Buran had a total population of 652, including 343 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Buran?
Buran had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Buran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buran was 78.08%. Male literacy was 84.09% and female literacy was 71.58%.