Biriam - Debagarh, Deogarh
Biriam is a village situated in the Debagarh tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from Reamal and around 55 km from Debagarh. Kansar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biriam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biriam is 383346. The village covers a total geographical area of 111 hectares and falls under the 768109 pincode. Debagarh is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Biriam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biriam
As per Census 2011, Biriam village has a total population of 163 people, consisting of 86 males and 77 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 95 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 163 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Biriam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 163 | 86 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 18 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 86 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 60 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 26 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Biriam
Biriam 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 Biriam
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Biriam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Debagarh to Biriam is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Biriam is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biriam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biriam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Biriam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biriam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Biriam
Where is Biriam located?
Biriam village is located in Debagarh Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biriam?
The Gram Panchayat of Biriam is Kansar.
What is the pincode of Biriam?
The pincode of Biriam is 768109.
What is the population of Biriam?
Biriam has a total population of 163, including 86 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Biriam?
There are 40 households in Biriam.
What is the literacy rate in Biriam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biriam is 58.28%. Male literacy is 69.77% and female literacy is 45.45%.