Barahapadar - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Barahapadar is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pangauparsahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barahapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barahapadar is 416400. The village covers a total geographical area of 103 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Barahapadar 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 Barahapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Barahapadar village had a total population of 40 people, including 16 males and 24 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,500 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.24%, with male literacy at 68.75% and female literacy at 23.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
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 | 40 | 16 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 16 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 5 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Barahapadar
Barahapadar 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 Barahapadar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Barahapadar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Phulabani to Barahapadar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Barahapadar is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barahapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barahapadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barahapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barahapadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barahapadar
Where is Barahapadar located?
Barahapadar village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barahapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Barahapadar is Pangauparsahi.
What is the pincode of Barahapadar?
The pincode of Barahapadar is 762011.
What is the population of Barahapadar?
Barahapadar had a total population of 40, including 16 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Barahapadar?
Barahapadar had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barahapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barahapadar was 43.24%. Male literacy was 68.75% and female literacy was 23.81%.