Baripada - Soro, Balasore
Baripada is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Soro and around 50 km from Baleshwar. Tentei serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baripada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baripada is 394007. The village covers a total geographical area of 252 hectares and falls under the 756044 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Baripada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baripada
According to the 2011 Census, Baripada village had a total population of 343 people, including 189 males and 154 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 815 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.79%, with male literacy at 91.57% and female literacy at 67.65%.
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 | 343 | 189 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 152 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 37 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Baripada
Baripada 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 Baripada
Baripada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Baripada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Baripada is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Baripada is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baripada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baripada 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 Baripada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baripada 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Baripada
Where is Baripada located?
Baripada village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Baripada?
The Gram Panchayat of Baripada is Tentei.
What is the pincode of Baripada?
The pincode of Baripada is 756044.
What is the population of Baripada?
Baripada had a total population of 343, including 189 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Baripada?
Baripada had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baripada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baripada was 80.79%. Male literacy was 91.57% and female literacy was 67.65%.