Barpita - Patnagarh, Balangir
Barpita is a village situated in the Patnagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patnagarh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Deulgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barpita village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barpita is 420643. The village covers a total geographical area of 185 hectares and falls under the 767025 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Barpita village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barpita
According to the 2011 Census, Barpita village had a total population of 449 people, including 228 males and 221 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.59%, with male literacy at 71.29% and female literacy at 45.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 165, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 81.
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 | 449 | 228 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 85 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 232 | 144 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 84 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Barpita
Barpita is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rugudimunda | South-West | 1.44 km |
| Deulgaon | North | 1.54 km |
| Sunamudi | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Diadumer | East | 2.14 km |
| Bijamagur | West | 2.46 km |
| Naktasar | South | 2.49 km |
| Bada Kalangapali | North | 2.55 km |
| Ghunghutipali | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Kutmunda | West | 3.24 km |
| Gargadchhapar | North-West | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barpita
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Barpita. The nearest railway station is Balangir Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Patnagarh to Barpita is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Barpita is about 50 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 Barpita
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barpita 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barpita
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barpita 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 Barpita
Where is Barpita located?
Barpita village is located in Patnagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barpita?
The Gram Panchayat of Barpita is Deulgaon.
What is the pincode of Barpita?
The pincode of Barpita is 767025.
What is the population of Barpita?
Barpita had a total population of 449, including 228 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Barpita?
Barpita had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barpita?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barpita was 58.59%. Male literacy was 71.29% and female literacy was 45.36%.