Biripur - Polasara, Ganjam
Biripur is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 88 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polasara and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Pandiripada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biripur is 411501. The village covers a total geographical area of 116 hectares and falls under the 761029 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Biripur 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 Biripur
According to the 2011 Census, Biripur village had a total population of 1,074 people, including 543 males and 531 females, living in 238 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.24%, with male literacy at 85.11% and female literacy at 65.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 130.
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 | 1,074 | 543 | 531 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 73 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 65 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 708 | 400 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 366 | 143 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Biripur
Biripur 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 Biripur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Biripur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Polasara to Biripur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Biripur is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biripur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Biripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biripur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Biripur
Where is Biripur located?
Biripur village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Biripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Biripur is Pandiripada.
What is the pincode of Biripur?
The pincode of Biripur is 761029.
What is the population of Biripur?
Biripur had a total population of 1,074, including 543 males and 531 females.
How many households are there in Biripur?
Biripur had 238 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biripur was 75.24%. Male literacy was 85.11% and female literacy was 65.39%.