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
As per Census 2011, Biriha village has a total population of 249 people, consisting of 131 males and 118 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 197 literate and 52 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Biriha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 249 | 131 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| 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 has a total population of 249, including 131 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Biriha?
There are 57 households in Biriha.
What is the literacy rate in Biriha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biriha is 79.12%. Male literacy is 87.79% and female literacy is 69.49%.