Biraguda - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Biraguda is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Budrukia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biraguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biraguda is 416644. The village covers a total geographical area of 260 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 74 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 Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biraguda
According to the 2011 Census, Biraguda village had a total population of 207 people, including 100 males and 107 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,070 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.57%, with male literacy at 90.24% and female literacy at 49.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 170.
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 | 207 | 100 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 84 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 74 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 26 | 61 |
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
Biraguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Biraguda is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Biraguda is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Biraguda
Where is Biraguda located?
Biraguda village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Biraguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Biraguda is Budrukia.
What is the pincode of Biraguda?
The pincode of Biraguda is 762103.
What is the population of Biraguda?
Biraguda had a total population of 207, including 100 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Biraguda?
Biraguda had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biraguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biraguda was 68.57%. Male literacy was 90.24% and female literacy was 49.46%.