Barandua - Basudevpur, Bhadrak
Barandua is a village situated in the Basudevpur tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Basudebpur and around 12 km from Bhadrak. Barandua village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barandua is 394926. The village covers a total geographical area of 487 hectares and falls under the 756125 pincode. Basudebpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Barandua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basudevpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barandua
According to the 2011 Census, Barandua village had a total population of 1,871 people, including 882 males and 989 females, living in 543 households. The sex ratio was 1,121 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.47%, with male literacy at 85.06% and female literacy at 71.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 542, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,871 | 882 | 989 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 139 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 542 | 255 | 287 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,255 | 632 | 623 |
| Illiterate Population | 616 | 250 | 366 |
Nearby Villages of Barandua
Barandua 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 Barandua
Public transport in the Barandua is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Barandua is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Barandua is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barandua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barandua 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Barandua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barandua 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barandua
Where is Barandua located?
Barandua village is located in Basudevpur Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barandua?
Barandua is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barandua?
The pincode of Barandua is 756125.
What is the population of Barandua?
Barandua had a total population of 1,871, including 882 males and 989 females.
How many households are there in Barandua?
Barandua had 543 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barandua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barandua was 77.47%. Male literacy was 85.06% and female literacy was 71.04%.