Barahapur - Khaira, Balasore
Barahapur is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from Similia and around 58 km from Baleshwar. Kapeya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barahapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barahapur is 394206. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Barahapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barahapur
As per Census 2011, Barahapur village has a total population of 379 people, consisting of 182 males and 197 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 1,082 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 253 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barahapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 379 | 182 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 46 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 134 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 48 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Barahapur
Barahapur 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 Barahapur
Barahapur 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 Barahapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhadrak to Barahapur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Barahapur is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barahapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barahapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barahapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barahapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barahapur
Where is Barahapur located?
Barahapur village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barahapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Barahapur is Kapeya.
What is the pincode of Barahapur?
The pincode of Barahapur is 756134.
What is the population of Barahapur?
Barahapur has a total population of 379, including 182 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Barahapur?
There are 99 households in Barahapur.
What is the literacy rate in Barahapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barahapur is 66.75%. Male literacy is 73.63% and female literacy is 60.41%.