Bairikupuli - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Bairikupuli is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Chhatrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bairikupuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bairikupuli is 422929. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Bairikupuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bairikupuli
According to the 2011 Census, Bairikupuli village had a total population of 151 people, including 75 males and 76 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.26%, with male literacy at 58.49% and female literacy at 10.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 119.
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 | 151 | 75 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 58 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 31 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 44 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Bairikupuli
Bairikupuli 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 Bairikupuli
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bairikupuli. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bairikupuli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Bairikupuli is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Bairikupuli is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bairikupuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bairikupuli 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 Bairikupuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bairikupuli 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 Bairikupuli
Where is Bairikupuli located?
Bairikupuli village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bairikupuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Bairikupuli is Chhatrapur.
What is the pincode of Bairikupuli?
The pincode of Bairikupuli is 766020.
What is the population of Bairikupuli?
Bairikupuli had a total population of 151, including 75 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Bairikupuli?
Bairikupuli had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bairikupuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bairikupuli was 34.26%. Male literacy was 58.49% and female literacy was 10.91%.