Birla - Dornapal, Sukma
Birla is a village situated in the Dornapal tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from Konta and around 130 km from Dantewada. Marayigura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birla is 450390. The village covers a total geographical area of 1246.97 hectares and falls under the 494114 pincode. Konta is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Birla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Konta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birla
According to the 2011 Census, Birla village had a total population of 358 people, including 174 males and 184 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 10.06%, with male literacy at 14.86% and female literacy at 5.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 356.
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 | 358 | 174 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 356 | 172 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 22 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 152 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Birla
Birla 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 Birla
Birla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Konta to Birla is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Birla is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birla 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 Birla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birla 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 Birla
Where is Birla located?
Birla village is located in Dornapal Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Birla?
The Gram Panchayat of Birla is Marayigura.
What is the pincode of Birla?
The pincode of Birla is 494114.
What is the population of Birla?
Birla had a total population of 358, including 174 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Birla?
Birla had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birla was 10.06%. Male literacy was 14.86% and female literacy was 5.63%.