Biribatia - Kodala, Ganjam
Biribatia is a village situated in the Kodala tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kodala and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. K.barida serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biribatia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biribatia is 411736. The village covers a total geographical area of 347 hectares and falls under the 761031 pincode. Kodala is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Biribatia 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 Biribatia
As per Census 2011, Biribatia village has a total population of 2,041 people, consisting of 955 males and 1,086 females. The village has 430 households and a sex ratio of 1,137 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,184 literate and 857 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Biribatia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,041 | 955 | 1,086 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 133 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 43 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,184 | 656 | 528 |
| Illiterate Population | 857 | 299 | 558 |
Nearby Villages of Biribatia
Biribatia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tiridabanjara | South | 1.40 km |
| Baurinuapalli | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Tirida | West | 1.74 km |
| Nimina | North | 2.03 km |
| Pitanapalli | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Nutanberhampur | South | 2.38 km |
| Mirigilendi | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Haripur | East | 2.57 km |
| Kalamulmardarajpur | West | 2.87 km |
| Barida | North-West | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Biribatia
Biribatia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Khallikot, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kodala to Biribatia is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Biribatia is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biribatia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biribatia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Biribatia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biribatia 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 Biribatia
Where is Biribatia located?
Biribatia village is located in Kodala Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biribatia?
The Gram Panchayat of Biribatia is K.barida.
What is the pincode of Biribatia?
The pincode of Biribatia is 761031.
What is the population of Biribatia?
Biribatia has a total population of 2,041, including 955 males and 1,086 females.
How many households are there in Biribatia?
There are 430 households in Biribatia.
What is the literacy rate in Biribatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biribatia is 58.01%. Male literacy is 68.69% and female literacy is 48.62%.