Barhiaguda - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Barhiaguda is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Titrapanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barhiaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barhiaguda is 415675. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 762027 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Barhiaguda 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 Barhiaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Barhiaguda village had a total population of 132 people, including 59 males and 73 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,237 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.11%, with male literacy at 92.00% and female literacy at 63.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 132 | 59 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 46 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 13 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Barhiaguda
Barhiaguda 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 Barhiaguda
Barhiaguda 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 Phulabani to Barhiaguda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Barhiaguda is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barhiaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barhiaguda 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 Barhiaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barhiaguda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barhiaguda
Where is Barhiaguda located?
Barhiaguda village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barhiaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Barhiaguda is Titrapanga.
What is the pincode of Barhiaguda?
The pincode of Barhiaguda is 762027.
What is the population of Barhiaguda?
Barhiaguda had a total population of 132, including 59 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Barhiaguda?
Barhiaguda had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barhiaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhiaguda was 76.11%. Male literacy was 92.00% and female literacy was 63.49%.