Biranchipur - Simulia, Balasore
Biranchipur is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from Similia and around 55 km from Baleshwar. Pahitorana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biranchipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biranchipur is 394154. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Basudebpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Biranchipur 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 Biranchipur
According to the 2011 Census, Biranchipur village had a total population of 552 people, including 283 males and 269 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.61%, with male literacy at 96.77% and female literacy at 94.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 123, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 552 | 283 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 35 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 54 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 457 | 240 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 43 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Biranchipur
Biranchipur 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 Biranchipur
Biranchipur 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basudebpur to Biranchipur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Biranchipur is about 55 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 Biranchipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biranchipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Biranchipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biranchipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Biranchipur
Where is Biranchipur located?
Biranchipur village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Biranchipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Biranchipur is Pahitorana.
What is the pincode of Biranchipur?
The pincode of Biranchipur is 756134.
What is the population of Biranchipur?
Biranchipur had a total population of 552, including 283 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Biranchipur?
Biranchipur had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biranchipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biranchipur was 95.61%. Male literacy was 96.77% and female literacy was 94.35%.