Biruhan - Remuna, Balasore
Biruhan is a village situated in the Remuna tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Baleshwar Sadar and around 11 km from Baleshwar. Beruan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biruhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biruhan is 392808. The village covers a total geographical area of 342 hectares and falls under the 756056 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Biruhan 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 Biruhan
As per Census 2011, Biruhan village has a total population of 2,187 people, consisting of 1,146 males and 1,041 females. The village has 504 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,499 literate and 688 illiterate residents. Additionally, 778 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 166 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Biruhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,187 | 1,146 | 1,041 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 157 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 778 | 408 | 370 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 166 | 86 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 1,499 | 833 | 666 |
| Illiterate Population | 688 | 313 | 375 |
Nearby Villages of Biruhan
Biruhan 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 Biruhan
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Biruhan. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Biruhan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Biruhan is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biruhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biruhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Biruhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biruhan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Biruhan
Where is Biruhan located?
Biruhan village is located in Remuna Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biruhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Biruhan is Beruan.
What is the pincode of Biruhan?
The pincode of Biruhan is 756056.
What is the population of Biruhan?
Biruhan has a total population of 2,187, including 1,146 males and 1,041 females.
How many households are there in Biruhan?
There are 504 households in Biruhan.
What is the literacy rate in Biruhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biruhan is 68.54%. Male literacy is 72.69% and female literacy is 63.98%.