Barahapur
Barahapur is a village located in Similia tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Similia (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Kapeya is the gram panchayat of Barahapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Barahapur unique in its vibrant Similia-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Barahapur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Barahapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barahapur is 394206. The village spans a total geographical area of 130 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756111. Bhadrak is nearest town to Barahapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Barahapur
Population of Barahapur
According to the 2011 Census, Barahapur has a total population of about 379, with approximately 182 males and 197 females. The sex ratio is around 1082 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 56 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 7 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 93. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.75%, with male literacy at about 73.63% and female literacy near 60.41%. There are around 99 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barahapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 379 | 182 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 46 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 134 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 48 | 78 |
Connectivity of Barahapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barahapur. As per the 2011 stats, Barahapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barahapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Barahapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barahapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barahapur
- Where is Barahapur located?
- Barahapur village is situated in Similia Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barahapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barahapur is Kapeya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barahapur?
- The pincode of Barahapur is 756111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barahapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barahapur is 379, with 182 males and 197 females.
- How many households are there in Barahapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barahapur village has a total of 99 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barahapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barahapur is 66.75%. The male literacy rate is 73.63%, while the female literacy rate is 60.41%.