Barimelak - Simulia, Balasore
Barimelak is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 56 km from Similia and around 56 km from Baleshwar. Bari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barimelak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barimelak is 394218. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Barimelak 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 Barimelak
As per Census 2011, Barimelak village has a total population of 862 people, consisting of 429 males and 433 females. The village has 184 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 567 literate and 295 illiterate residents. Additionally, 143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barimelak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 862 | 429 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 63 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 70 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 567 | 309 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 120 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Barimelak
Barimelak 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 Barimelak
Barimelak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Barimelak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Bhadrak to Barimelak is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Barimelak is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barimelak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barimelak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barimelak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barimelak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barimelak
Where is Barimelak located?
Barimelak village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barimelak?
The Gram Panchayat of Barimelak is Bari.
What is the pincode of Barimelak?
The pincode of Barimelak is 756134.
What is the population of Barimelak?
Barimelak has a total population of 862, including 429 males and 433 females.
How many households are there in Barimelak?
There are 184 households in Barimelak.
What is the literacy rate in Barimelak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barimelak is 65.78%. Male literacy is 72.03% and female literacy is 59.58%.