Birna - Kantabanji, Balangir
Birna is a village situated in the Kantabanji tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kantabanji and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Karuanmunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birna is 421209. The village covers a total geographical area of 278 hectares and falls under the 767039 pincode. Kantabanji is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Birna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantabanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birna
According to the 2011 Census, Birna village had a total population of 588 people, including 287 males and 301 females, living in 159 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.79%, with male literacy at 65.67% and female literacy at 34.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 285, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 273.
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 | 588 | 287 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 54 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 142 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 273 | 130 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 153 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 348 | 134 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Birna
Birna 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 Birna
Birna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Birna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kantabanji to Birna is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Birna is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Birna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birna 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Birna
Where is Birna located?
Birna village is located in Kantabanji Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birna?
The Gram Panchayat of Birna is Karuanmunda.
What is the pincode of Birna?
The pincode of Birna is 767039.
What is the population of Birna?
Birna had a total population of 588, including 287 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Birna?
Birna had 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birna was 49.79%. Male literacy was 65.67% and female literacy was 34.94%.