Barapali - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Barapali is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pasara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barapali is 416037. The village covers a total geographical area of 143 hectares and falls under the 762028 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Barapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barapali
As per Census 2011, Barapali village has a total population of 325 people, consisting of 159 males and 166 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 194 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 100 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barapali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 325 | 159 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 38 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 47 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 107 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 52 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Barapali
Barapali 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 Barapali
Public transport in the Barapali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Barapali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Barapali is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Barapali is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barapali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barapali 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barapali
Where is Barapali located?
Barapali village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Barapali is Pasara.
What is the pincode of Barapali?
The pincode of Barapali is 762028.
What is the population of Barapali?
Barapali has a total population of 325, including 159 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Barapali?
There are 88 households in Barapali.
What is the literacy rate in Barapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barapali is 59.69%. Male literacy is 67.30% and female literacy is 52.41%.