Barapal
Barapal is a village located in Samal Barrage tehsil of Anugul district in Odisha, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Samal Barrage (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Anugul . As per 2009 stats, Burukuna is the gram panchayat of Barapal village.
Here you can discover what makes Barapal unique in its vibrant Samal Barrage-Anugul region. You’ll see Barapal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Barapal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barapal is 403859. The village spans a total geographical area of 75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759100. Talcher is nearest town to Barapal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Barapal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pallahara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Barapal
Population of Barapal
According to the 2011 Census, Barapal has a total population of about 139, with approximately 80 males and 59 females. The sex ratio is around 737 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 25 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 75. The overall literacy rate is approximately 33.09%, with male literacy at about 33.75% and female literacy near 32.20%. There are around 36 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barapal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 139 | 80 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 17 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 44 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 27 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 53 | 40 |
Connectivity of Barapal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barapal. As per the 2011 stats, Barapal 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 Barapal
Knowing the nearby villages of Barapal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barapal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barapal
- Where is Barapal located?
- Barapal village is situated in Samal Barrage Tehsil, within the Anugul district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barapal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barapal is Burukuna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barapal?
- The pincode of Barapal is 759100, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barapal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barapal is 139, with 80 males and 59 females.
- How many households are there in Barapal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barapal village has a total of 36 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barapal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barapal is 33.09%. The male literacy rate is 33.75%, while the female literacy rate is 32.20%.