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
As per Census 2011, Biriman village has a total population of 815 people, consisting of 407 males and 408 females. The village has 183 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 314 literate and 501 illiterate residents. Additionally, 112 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 672 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Biriman are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 815, including 407 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Biriman?
There are 183 households in Biriman.
What is the literacy rate in Biriman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biriman is 38.53%. Male literacy is 45.95% and female literacy is 31.13%.