Barunpadi - Khaira, Balasore
Barunpadi is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Similia and around 78 km from Baleshwar. Dungura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barunpadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barunpadi is 394099. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Barunpadi 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 Barunpadi
As per Census 2011, Barunpadi village has a total population of 254 people, consisting of 126 males and 128 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 204 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barunpadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 254 | 126 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 112 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 14 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Barunpadi
Barunpadi 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 Barunpadi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Barunpadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Bhadrak to Barunpadi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Barunpadi is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barunpadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barunpadi 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 Barunpadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barunpadi 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 Barunpadi
Where is Barunpadi located?
Barunpadi village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barunpadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Barunpadi is Dungura.
What is the pincode of Barunpadi?
The pincode of Barunpadi is 756134.
What is the population of Barunpadi?
Barunpadi has a total population of 254, including 126 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Barunpadi?
There are 64 households in Barunpadi.
What is the literacy rate in Barunpadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barunpadi is 80.31%. Male literacy is 88.89% and female literacy is 71.88%.