Barikia - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Barikia is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mediakia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barikia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barikia is 416708. The village covers a total geographical area of 418 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Barikia 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 Barikia
According to the 2011 Census, Barikia village had a total population of 332 people, including 161 males and 171 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 1,062 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.65%, with male literacy at 67.74% and female literacy at 39.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 331.
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 | 332 | 161 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 331 | 161 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 84 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 77 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Barikia
Barikia 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 Barikia
Public transport in the Barikia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Barikia is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Barikia is about 98 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 Barikia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barikia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barikia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barikia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barikia
Where is Barikia located?
Barikia village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barikia?
The Gram Panchayat of Barikia is Mediakia.
What is the pincode of Barikia?
The pincode of Barikia is 762103.
What is the population of Barikia?
Barikia had a total population of 332, including 161 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Barikia?
Barikia had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barikia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barikia was 52.65%. Male literacy was 67.74% and female literacy was 39.29%.