Birihari - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Birihari is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sudreju serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birihari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birihari is 415576. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Birihari 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 Birihari
As per Census 2011, Birihari village has a total population of 122 people, consisting of 54 males and 68 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 1,259 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 80 literate and 42 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birihari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 122 | 54 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 6 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 30 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 13 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Birihari
Birihari 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 Birihari
Birihari 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 >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 Birihari is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Birihari is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birihari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birihari 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 Birihari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birihari 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Birihari
Where is Birihari located?
Birihari village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birihari?
The Gram Panchayat of Birihari is Sudreju.
What is the pincode of Birihari?
The pincode of Birihari is 762012.
What is the population of Birihari?
Birihari has a total population of 122, including 54 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Birihari?
There are 32 households in Birihari.
What is the literacy rate in Birihari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birihari is 65.57%. Male literacy is 75.93% and female literacy is 57.35%.