Biripada - Soro, Balasore
Biripada is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Soro and around 43 km from Baleshwar. Saknar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biripada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biripada is 393972. The village covers a total geographical area of 252 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Biripada 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 Biripada
According to the 2011 Census, Biripada village had a total population of 209 people, including 95 males and 114 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.05%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 78.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 209 | 95 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 11 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 72 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 23 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Biripada
Biripada 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 Biripada
Biripada 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 Biripada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Biripada is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Biripada is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biripada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biripada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Biripada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biripada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Biripada
Where is Biripada located?
Biripada village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Biripada?
The Gram Panchayat of Biripada is Saknar.
What is the pincode of Biripada?
The pincode of Biripada is 756045.
What is the population of Biripada?
Biripada had a total population of 209, including 95 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Biripada?
Biripada had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biripada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biripada was 83.05%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 78.13%.