Barepanga - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Barepanga is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Taladandikia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barepanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barepanga is 416467. The village covers a total geographical area of 173 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Barepanga 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 Barepanga
As per Census 2011, Barepanga village has a total population of 217 people, consisting of 105 males and 112 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 1,066 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 162 literate and 55 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 192 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barepanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 217 | 105 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 192 | 93 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 85 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 20 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Barepanga
Barepanga 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 Barepanga
Public transport in the Barepanga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Barepanga is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Barepanga is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barepanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barepanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barepanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barepanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barepanga
Where is Barepanga located?
Barepanga village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barepanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Barepanga is Taladandikia.
What is the pincode of Barepanga?
The pincode of Barepanga is 762011.
What is the population of Barepanga?
Barepanga has a total population of 217, including 105 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Barepanga?
There are 52 households in Barepanga.
What is the literacy rate in Barepanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barepanga is 74.65%. Male literacy is 80.95% and female literacy is 68.75%.