Barapadi - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Barapadi is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sindirigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barapadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barapadi is 416558. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Barapadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barapadi
As per Census 2011, Barapadi village has a total population of 115 people, consisting of 56 males and 59 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,053 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 12 literate and 103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barapadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 115 | 56 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 45 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 51 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Barapadi
Barapadi 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 Barapadi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Barapadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 G. Udayagiri to Barapadi is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Barapadi is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barapadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barapadi 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 Barapadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barapadi 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 Barapadi
Where is Barapadi located?
Barapadi village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barapadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Barapadi is Sindirigaon.
What is the pincode of Barapadi?
The pincode of Barapadi is 762103.
What is the population of Barapadi?
Barapadi has a total population of 115, including 56 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Barapadi?
There are 25 households in Barapadi.
What is the literacy rate in Barapadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barapadi is 10.43%. Male literacy is 8.93% and female literacy is 11.86%.