Barepanga - Raikia, Kandhamal
Barepanga is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Manikeswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barepanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barepanga is 417586. The village covers a total geographical area of 426 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 28 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 G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barepanga
According to the 2011 Census, Barepanga village had a total population of 528 people, including 255 males and 273 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.64%, with male literacy at 83.41% and female literacy at 56.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 215, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 217.
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 | 528 | 255 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 38 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 102 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 217 | 105 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 312 | 181 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 74 | 142 |
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
Barepanga 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 | 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 Barepanga is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Barepanga is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barepanga
Where is Barepanga located?
Barepanga village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barepanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Barepanga is Manikeswar.
What is the pincode of Barepanga?
The pincode of Barepanga is 762101.
What is the population of Barepanga?
Barepanga had a total population of 528, including 255 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Barepanga?
Barepanga had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barepanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barepanga was 69.64%. Male literacy was 83.41% and female literacy was 56.71%.