Biraguda - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Biraguda is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Sindhipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biraguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biraguda is 424228. The village covers a total geographical area of 11 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Biraguda 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 Biraguda
According to the 2011 Census, Biraguda village had a total population of 41 people, including 23 males and 18 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 783 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.74%, with male literacy at 55.00% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 41.
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 | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 12 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Biraguda
Biraguda 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 Biraguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Biraguda.
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Biraguda is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biraguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biraguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Biraguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biraguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Biraguda
Where is Biraguda located?
Biraguda village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biraguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Biraguda is Sindhipadar.
What is the pincode of Biraguda?
The pincode of Biraguda is 766037.
What is the population of Biraguda?
Biraguda had a total population of 41, including 23 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Biraguda?
Biraguda had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biraguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biraguda was 44.74%. Male literacy was 55.00% and female literacy was 33.33%.