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
According to the 2011 Census, Biritol village had a total population of 2,211 people, including 1,112 males and 1,099 females, living in 494 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.53%, with male literacy at 92.29% and female literacy at 80.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 698, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 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 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,211, including 1,112 males and 1,099 females.
How many households are there in Biritol?
Biritol had 494 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biritol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biritol was 86.53%. Male literacy was 92.29% and female literacy was 80.65%.