Bariapada - Rayagada, Gajapati
Bariapada is a village situated in the Rayagada tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rayagada and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Laxmipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bariapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bariapada is 414786. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 761217 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bariapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bariapada
According to the 2011 Census, Bariapada village had a total population of 52 people, including 21 males and 31 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,476 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.52%, with male literacy at 69.23% and female literacy at 61.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 52.
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 | 52 | 21 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 21 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 12 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Bariapada
Bariapada 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 Bariapada
Bariapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Rayagada to Bariapada is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Bariapada is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bariapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bariapada 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bariapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bariapada 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bariapada
Where is Bariapada located?
Bariapada village is located in Rayagada Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bariapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Bariapada is Laxmipur.
What is the pincode of Bariapada?
The pincode of Bariapada is 761217.
What is the population of Bariapada?
Bariapada had a total population of 52, including 21 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Bariapada?
Bariapada had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bariapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bariapada was 64.52%. Male literacy was 69.23% and female literacy was 61.11%.