Bairagidihi - Kolabira, Jharsuguda
Bairagidihi is a village situated in the Kolabira tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolabira and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Jharsuguda. Pokharasale serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bairagidihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bairagidihi is 381274. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 768213 pincode. Jharsuguda is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bairagidihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharsuguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bairagidihi
According to the 2011 Census, Bairagidihi village had a total population of 140 people, including 73 males and 67 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.46%, with male literacy at 92.31% and female literacy at 74.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62, 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 | 140 | 73 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 60 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 13 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Bairagidihi
Bairagidihi 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 Bairagidihi
Bairagidihi 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jharsuguda to Bairagidihi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Bairagidihi is about 38 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 Bairagidihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bairagidihi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bairagidihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bairagidihi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bairagidihi
Where is Bairagidihi located?
Bairagidihi village is located in Kolabira Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bairagidihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bairagidihi is Pokharasale.
What is the pincode of Bairagidihi?
The pincode of Bairagidihi is 768213.
What is the population of Bairagidihi?
Bairagidihi had a total population of 140, including 73 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Bairagidihi?
Bairagidihi had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bairagidihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bairagidihi was 83.46%. Male literacy was 92.31% and female literacy was 74.19%.