Biarpanga - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Biarpanga is a village situated in the G.Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.udayagiri and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Raikala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biarpanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biarpanga is 415829. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 762100 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Biarpanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biarpanga
According to the 2011 Census, Biarpanga village had a total population of 122 people, including 55 males and 67 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,218 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.14%, with male literacy at 70.83% and female literacy at 45.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 122.
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 | 122 | 55 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 55 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 21 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Biarpanga
Biarpanga 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 Biarpanga
Biarpanga 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Biarpanga is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Biarpanga is about 64 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 Biarpanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biarpanga 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Biarpanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biarpanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Biarpanga
Where is Biarpanga located?
Biarpanga village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biarpanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Biarpanga is Raikala.
What is the pincode of Biarpanga?
The pincode of Biarpanga is 762100.
What is the population of Biarpanga?
Biarpanga had a total population of 122, including 55 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Biarpanga?
Biarpanga had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biarpanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biarpanga was 57.14%. Male literacy was 70.83% and female literacy was 45.61%.