Baranga
Baranga is a village located in Jarada tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 43km away from sub-district headquarter Jarada (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Baranga village is also a gram panchayat.
Baranga has its own place in the vibrant Ganjam region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Baranga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Baranga is 413326. The village spans a total geographical area of 396 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761006. Brahmapur is nearest town to Baranga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Baranga
Population of Baranga
Below is a concise population overview of Baranga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,517 | 686 | 831 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 81 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 73 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 779 | 402 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 738 | 284 | 454 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Baranga village:
- The total population of Baranga village is around 1,517, including approximately 686 males and 831 females, with a sex ratio of 1211 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 146 children aged 0–6 years in Baranga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Baranga village has 161 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Baranga village is about 51.35%, with male literacy at 58.60% and female literacy at 45.37%.
- There are around 408 households in Baranga village.
Connectivity of Baranga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Baranga. As per the 2011 stats, Baranga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Baranga
Knowing the nearby villages of Baranga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Baranga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Baranga
- Where is Baranga located?
- Baranga village is situated in Jarada Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Baranga?
- Baranga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Baranga?
- The pincode of Baranga is 761006, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Baranga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baranga is 1,517, with 686 males and 831 females.
- How many households are there in Baranga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Baranga village has a total of 408 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Baranga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baranga is 51.35%. The male literacy rate is 58.60%, while the female literacy rate is 45.37%.