Birkona - Pipariya, Kabeerdham
Birkona is a village situated in the Pipariya tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from Kawardha and around 10 km from Kawardha. Birkona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birkona is 439157. The village covers a total geographical area of 652.7 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Pipariya is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Birkona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birkona
As per Census 2011, Birkona village has a total population of 3,167 people, consisting of 1,623 males and 1,544 females. The village has 704 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 443 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,717 literate and 1,450 illiterate residents. Additionally, 798 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 357 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birkona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,167 | 1,623 | 1,544 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 443 | 228 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 798 | 429 | 369 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 357 | 180 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 1,717 | 1,062 | 655 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,450 | 561 | 889 |
Nearby Villages of Birkona
Birkona 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 Birkona
Birkona 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 NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pipariya to Birkona is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Birkona is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birkona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Birkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birkona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Birkona
Where is Birkona located?
Birkona village is located in Pipariya Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birkona?
Birkona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Birkona?
The pincode of Birkona is 491995.
What is the population of Birkona?
Birkona has a total population of 3,167, including 1,623 males and 1,544 females.
How many households are there in Birkona?
There are 704 households in Birkona.
What is the literacy rate in Birkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birkona is 54.22%. Male literacy is 65.43% and female literacy is 42.42%.