Biriari - Abdasa, Kachchh
Biriari is a village situated in the Abdasa taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naliya and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Bitiyari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biriari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biriari is 507132. The village covers a total geographical area of 933.72 hectares and falls under the 370620 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Biriari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Biriari
According to the 2011 Census, Biriari village had a total population of 236 people, including 131 males and 105 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 802 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.18%, with male literacy at 69.83% and female literacy at 61.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69.
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 | 236 | 131 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 81 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 50 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Biriari
Biriari 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 Biriari
Biriari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mandvi to Biriari is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Biriari is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biriari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biriari 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 Biriari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biriari 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 Biriari
Where is Biriari located?
Biriari village is located in Abdasa Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Biriari?
The Gram Panchayat of Biriari is Bitiyari.
What is the pincode of Biriari?
The pincode of Biriari is 370620.
What is the population of Biriari?
Biriari had a total population of 236, including 131 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Biriari?
Biriari had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biriari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biriari was 66.18%. Male literacy was 69.83% and female literacy was 61.36%.