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
According to the 2011 Census, Biriam village had a total population of 163 people, including 86 males and 77 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.34%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 50.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 163.
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 | 163 | 86 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 18 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 163, including 86 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Biriam?
Biriam had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biriam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biriam was 69.34%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 50.72%.