Bairakhpali - Bijepur, Bargarh
Bairakhpali is a village situated in the Bijepur tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijepur and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Bairakhapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bairakhpali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bairakhpali is 380361. The village covers a total geographical area of 200 hectares and falls under the 768032 pincode. Barpali is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bairakhpali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bairakhpali
As per Census 2011, Bairakhpali village has a total population of 920 people, consisting of 472 males and 448 females. The village has 224 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 610 literate and 310 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bairakhpali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 920 | 472 | 448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 50 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 61 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 610 | 342 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 130 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Bairakhpali
Bairakhpali is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhalubahal | West | 1.55 km |
| Surubali | North | 1.56 km |
| Rabanguda | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Budhapali | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Jalpali | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Manikchaura | West | 2.68 km |
| Dalaipali | South-East | 2.98 km |
| Bhairopur | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Barlabahal | East | 3.36 km |
| Sargipali | North | 3.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bairakhpali
Bairakhpali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barpali, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Barpali to Bairakhpali is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Bairakhpali is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bairakhpali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bairakhpali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bairakhpali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bairakhpali 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bairakhpali
Where is Bairakhpali located?
Bairakhpali village is located in Bijepur Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bairakhpali?
The Gram Panchayat of Bairakhpali is Bairakhapali.
What is the pincode of Bairakhpali?
The pincode of Bairakhpali is 768032.
What is the population of Bairakhpali?
Bairakhpali has a total population of 920, including 472 males and 448 females.
How many households are there in Bairakhpali?
There are 224 households in Bairakhpali.
What is the literacy rate in Bairakhpali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bairakhpali is 66.30%. Male literacy is 72.46% and female literacy is 59.82%.