Barapalli - Purushottampur, Ganjam
Barapalli is a village situated in the Purushottampur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Purusottampur and around 40 km from Chatrapur. Samma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barapalli is 412182. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 761019 pincode. Purusottampur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Barapalli 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 Barapalli
As per Census 2011, Barapalli village has a total population of 422 people, consisting of 184 males and 238 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 1,293 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 221 literate and 201 illiterate residents. Additionally, 181 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barapalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 422 | 184 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 75 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 221 | 121 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 63 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Barapalli
Barapalli 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 Barapalli
Barapalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Purusottampur to Barapalli is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Barapalli is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barapalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Barapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barapalli
Where is Barapalli located?
Barapalli village is located in Purushottampur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Barapalli is Samma.
What is the pincode of Barapalli?
The pincode of Barapalli is 761019.
What is the population of Barapalli?
Barapalli has a total population of 422, including 184 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Barapalli?
There are 92 households in Barapalli.
What is the literacy rate in Barapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barapalli is 52.37%. Male literacy is 65.76% and female literacy is 42.02%.