Biriha - Oupada, Balasore
Biriha is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Oupada and around 70 km from Baleshwar. Talakia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biriha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biriha is 393370. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 756049 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Biriha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biriha
According to the 2011 Census, Biriha village had a total population of 249 people, including 131 males and 118 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.34%, with male literacy at 98.29% and female literacy at 77.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 249 | 131 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 115 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 16 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Biriha
Biriha 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 Biriha
Biriha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Biriha is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Biriha is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biriha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biriha 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Biriha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biriha 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 Biriha
Where is Biriha located?
Biriha village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Biriha?
The Gram Panchayat of Biriha is Talakia.
What is the pincode of Biriha?
The pincode of Biriha is 756049.
What is the population of Biriha?
Biriha had a total population of 249, including 131 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Biriha?
Biriha had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biriha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biriha was 88.34%. Male literacy was 98.29% and female literacy was 77.36%.