Biranchipur - Buguda, Ganjam
Biranchipur is a village situated in the Buguda tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buguda and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Biranchipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biranchipur is 410390. The village covers a total geographical area of 876 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Buguda is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Biranchipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biranchipur
According to the 2011 Census, Biranchipur village had a total population of 2,855 people, including 1,412 males and 1,443 females, living in 639 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.00%, with male literacy at 73.31% and female literacy at 57.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 772, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 2,855 | 1,412 | 1,443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 202 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 772 | 386 | 386 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,623 | 887 | 736 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,232 | 525 | 707 |
Nearby Villages of Biranchipur
Biranchipur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Adipur | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Dadarakhola | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Khainchapada | East | 1.91 km |
| Pankalasahi | North | 2.10 km |
| B.karadabadi | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Kanteihill | West | 2.45 km |
| Tabhapalli | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Katakala | South | 3.09 km |
| Panikeshar | East | 3.41 km |
| Betarsingi | South-West | 3.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Biranchipur
Biranchipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalijai, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buguda to Biranchipur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Biranchipur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biranchipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biranchipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Biranchipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biranchipur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Biranchipur
Where is Biranchipur located?
Biranchipur village is located in Buguda Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Biranchipur?
Biranchipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Biranchipur?
The pincode of Biranchipur is 761118.
What is the population of Biranchipur?
Biranchipur had a total population of 2,855, including 1,412 males and 1,443 females.
How many households are there in Biranchipur?
Biranchipur had 639 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biranchipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biranchipur was 65.00%. Male literacy was 73.31% and female literacy was 57.19%.