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
As per Census 2011, Barikia village has a total population of 332 people, consisting of 161 males and 171 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 139 literate and 193 illiterate residents. Additionally, 331 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barikia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 332 | 161 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| 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 has a total population of 332, including 161 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Barikia?
There are 78 households in Barikia.
What is the literacy rate in Barikia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barikia is 41.87%. Male literacy is 52.17% and female literacy is 32.16%.