Biriman - Kokasara, Kalahandi
Biriman is a village situated in the Kokasara tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokasara and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Ampani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biriman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biriman is 424077. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 766028 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Biriman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biriman
According to the 2011 Census, Biriman village had a total population of 815 people, including 407 males and 408 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 1,002 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.52%, with male literacy at 55.00% and female literacy at 37.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 112, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 672.
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 | 815 | 407 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 67 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 56 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 672 | 335 | 337 |
| Literate Population | 314 | 187 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 501 | 220 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Biriman
Biriman 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 Biriman
Public transport in the Biriman is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Biriman is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Biriman is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biriman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biriman 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Biriman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biriman village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Biriman
Where is Biriman located?
Biriman village is located in Kokasara Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Biriman?
The Gram Panchayat of Biriman is Ampani.
What is the pincode of Biriman?
The pincode of Biriman is 766028.
What is the population of Biriman?
Biriman had a total population of 815, including 407 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Biriman?
Biriman had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biriman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biriman was 46.52%. Male literacy was 55.00% and female literacy was 37.91%.