Bareikana - Ersama, Jagatsinghapur
Bareikana is a village situated in the Ersama tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ersama and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Nuadihi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bareikana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bareikana is 397314. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 754140 pincode. Paradip is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Bareikana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bareikana
As per Census 2011, Bareikana village has a total population of 265 people, consisting of 132 males and 133 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 234 literate and 31 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bareikana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 265 | 132 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 119 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 13 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Bareikana
Bareikana 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 Bareikana
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bareikana. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bareikana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Paradip to Bareikana is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Bareikana is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bareikana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bareikana 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bareikana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bareikana 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bareikana
Where is Bareikana located?
Bareikana village is located in Ersama Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bareikana?
The Gram Panchayat of Bareikana is Nuadihi.
What is the pincode of Bareikana?
The pincode of Bareikana is 754140.
What is the population of Bareikana?
Bareikana has a total population of 265, including 132 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Bareikana?
There are 56 households in Bareikana.
What is the literacy rate in Bareikana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bareikana is 88.30%. Male literacy is 90.15% and female literacy is 86.47%.