Beredakia - Raikia, Kandhamal
Beredakia is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Beredakia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beredakia is 417543. The village covers a total geographical area of 443 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Beredakia 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 Beredakia
As per Census 2011, Beredakia village has a total population of 1,736 people, consisting of 788 males and 948 females. The village has 405 households and a sex ratio of 1,203 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,260 literate and 476 illiterate residents. Additionally, 186 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,085 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Beredakia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,736 | 788 | 948 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 107 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 88 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,085 | 468 | 617 |
| Literate Population | 1,260 | 601 | 659 |
| Illiterate Population | 476 | 187 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Beredakia
Beredakia 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 Beredakia
Beredakia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Beredakia is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Beredakia is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beredakia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beredakia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Beredakia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beredakia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Beredakia
Where is Beredakia located?
Beredakia village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beredakia?
Beredakia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Beredakia?
The pincode of Beredakia is 762101.
What is the population of Beredakia?
Beredakia has a total population of 1,736, including 788 males and 948 females.
How many households are there in Beredakia?
There are 405 households in Beredakia.
What is the literacy rate in Beredakia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beredakia is 72.58%. Male literacy is 76.27% and female literacy is 69.51%.