Birajagannathpur - Kodala, Ganjam
Birajagannathpur is a village situated in the Kodala tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kodala and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Khandianai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birajagannathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birajagannathpur is 411733. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 761031 pincode. Kodala is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Birajagannathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birajagannathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Birajagannathpur village had a total population of 389 people, including 196 males and 193 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.18%, with male literacy at 98.84% and female literacy at 87.78%.
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 | 389 | 196 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 24 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 170 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 26 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Birajagannathpur
Birajagannathpur 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 Birajagannathpur
Birajagannathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Birajagannathpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kodala to Birajagannathpur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Birajagannathpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birajagannathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birajagannathpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Birajagannathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birajagannathpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Birajagannathpur
Where is Birajagannathpur located?
Birajagannathpur village is located in Kodala Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Birajagannathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Birajagannathpur is Khandianai.
What is the pincode of Birajagannathpur?
The pincode of Birajagannathpur is 761031.
What is the population of Birajagannathpur?
Birajagannathpur had a total population of 389, including 196 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Birajagannathpur?
Birajagannathpur had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birajagannathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birajagannathpur was 93.18%. Male literacy was 98.84% and female literacy was 87.78%.