Barapada - Remuna, Balasore
Barapada is a village situated in the Remuna tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from Baleshwar Sadar and around 16 km from Baleshwar. Sergarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barapada is 392837. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 756043 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Barapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Remuna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barapada
According to the 2011 Census, Barapada village had a total population of 310 people, including 156 males and 154 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.19%, with male literacy at 93.66% and female literacy at 82.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 310 | 156 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 14 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 133 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 23 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Barapada
Barapada 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 Barapada
Barapada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Barapada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Baleshwar to Barapada is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Barapada is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barapada
Where is Barapada located?
Barapada village is located in Remuna Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Barapada is Sergarh.
What is the pincode of Barapada?
The pincode of Barapada is 756043.
What is the population of Barapada?
Barapada had a total population of 310, including 156 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Barapada?
Barapada had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barapada was 88.19%. Male literacy was 93.66% and female literacy was 82.17%.