Birapatna - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Birapatna is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 43 km from Nuagaon and around 73 km from Chatrapur. Kaithakhandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birapatna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birapatna is 412912. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 761007 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Birapatna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birapatna
According to the 2011 Census, Birapatna village had a total population of 118 people, including 62 males and 56 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.56%, with male literacy at 74.55% and female literacy at 35.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 118.
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 | 118 | 62 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 62 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 41 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 21 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Birapatna
Birapatna 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 Birapatna
Birapatna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Digapahandi to Birapatna is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Birapatna is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birapatna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birapatna 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 Birapatna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birapatna 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Birapatna
Where is Birapatna located?
Birapatna village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birapatna?
The Gram Panchayat of Birapatna is Kaithakhandi.
What is the pincode of Birapatna?
The pincode of Birapatna is 761007.
What is the population of Birapatna?
Birapatna had a total population of 118, including 62 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Birapatna?
Birapatna had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birapatna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birapatna was 55.56%. Male literacy was 74.55% and female literacy was 35.85%.