Biripur - Bellaguntha, Ganjam
Biripur is a village situated in the Bellaguntha tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Gangapur and around 35 km from Chatrapur. Gobara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biripur is 410701. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 761123 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Biripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biripur
According to the 2011 Census, Biripur village had a total population of 621 people, including 289 males and 332 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 1,149 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.26%, with male literacy at 92.28% and female literacy at 83.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 621 | 289 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 493 | 239 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 50 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Biripur
Biripur 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 Biripur
Biripur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Bhanjanagar to Biripur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Biripur is about 35 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 Biripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biripur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Biripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biripur 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 Biripur
Where is Biripur located?
Biripur village is located in Bellaguntha Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Biripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Biripur is Gobara.
What is the pincode of Biripur?
The pincode of Biripur is 761123.
What is the population of Biripur?
Biripur had a total population of 621, including 289 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Biripur?
Biripur had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biripur was 87.26%. Male literacy was 92.28% and female literacy was 83.01%.