Bierpanga - Raikia, Kandhamal
Bierpanga is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 54 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dadingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bierpanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bierpanga is 417524. The village covers a total geographical area of 474 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Bierpanga 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 Bierpanga
As per Census 2011, Bierpanga village has a total population of 488 people, consisting of 251 males and 237 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 265 literate and 223 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 445 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bierpanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 488 | 251 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 42 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 445 | 226 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 169 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 82 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Bierpanga
Bierpanga 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 Bierpanga
Public transport in the Bierpanga 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 Bierpanga is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Bierpanga is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bierpanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bierpanga 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bierpanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bierpanga 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 Bierpanga
Where is Bierpanga located?
Bierpanga village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bierpanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Bierpanga is Dadingia.
What is the pincode of Bierpanga?
The pincode of Bierpanga is 762101.
What is the population of Bierpanga?
Bierpanga has a total population of 488, including 251 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Bierpanga?
There are 125 households in Bierpanga.
What is the literacy rate in Bierpanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bierpanga is 54.30%. Male literacy is 67.33% and female literacy is 40.51%.