Biritol - Tirtol, Jagatsinghapur
Biritol is a village situated in the Tirtol tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tirtol and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Birtol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biritol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biritol is 397631. The village covers a total geographical area of 166 hectares and falls under the 754104 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Biritol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tirtol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biritol
As per Census 2011, Biritol village has a total population of 2,211 people, consisting of 1,112 males and 1,099 females. The village has 494 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 207 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,734 literate and 477 illiterate residents. Additionally, 698 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Biritol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,211 | 1,112 | 1,099 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 100 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 698 | 353 | 345 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,734 | 934 | 800 |
| Illiterate Population | 477 | 178 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Biritol
Biritol is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Salampur | South | 0.89 km |
| Idrakshyapur (sana) | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Ratanpur | West | 1.70 km |
| Mulisingh Pur | North | 1.84 km |
| Harisingh Pur | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Sanasarol | South | 2.00 km |
| Sanra | West | 2.23 km |
| Eradanga | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Sardola | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Muli Singh | North-East | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Biritol
Public transport in the Biritol is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gorakhnath, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jagatsinghapur to Biritol is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biritol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biritol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Biritol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biritol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Biritol
Where is Biritol located?
Biritol village is located in Tirtol Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biritol?
The Gram Panchayat of Biritol is Birtol.
What is the pincode of Biritol?
The pincode of Biritol is 754104.
What is the population of Biritol?
Biritol has a total population of 2,211, including 1,112 males and 1,099 females.
How many households are there in Biritol?
There are 494 households in Biritol.
What is the literacy rate in Biritol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biritol is 78.43%. Male literacy is 83.99% and female literacy is 72.79%.