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
According to the 2011 Census, Biraraghunathpur village had a total population of 535 people, including 255 males and 280 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 1,098 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.28%, with male literacy at 78.28% and female literacy at 68.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 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 had a total population of 535, including 255 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Biraraghunathpur?
Biraraghunathpur had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biraraghunathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biraraghunathpur was 73.28%. Male literacy was 78.28% and female literacy was 68.99%.