Biraraghunathpur - Polasara, Ganjam
Biraraghunathpur is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 84 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polasara and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Sodaka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biraraghunathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biraraghunathpur is 411476. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Biraraghunathpur 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 Biraraghunathpur
As per Census 2011, Biraraghunathpur village has a total population of 535 people, consisting of 255 males and 280 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 1,098 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 351 literate and 184 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Biraraghunathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 535 | 255 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 34 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 22 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 351 | 173 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 82 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Biraraghunathpur
Biraraghunathpur 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 Biraraghunathpur
Biraraghunathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Polasara to Biraraghunathpur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Biraraghunathpur is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biraraghunathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biraraghunathpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Biraraghunathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biraraghunathpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Biraraghunathpur
Where is Biraraghunathpur located?
Biraraghunathpur village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biraraghunathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Biraraghunathpur is Sodaka.
What is the pincode of Biraraghunathpur?
The pincode of Biraraghunathpur is 761118.
What is the population of Biraraghunathpur?
Biraraghunathpur has a total population of 535, including 255 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Biraraghunathpur?
There are 143 households in Biraraghunathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Biraraghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biraraghunathpur is 65.61%. Male literacy is 67.84% and female literacy is 63.57%.