Biragada - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Biragada is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 111 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Krutamgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biragada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biragada is 416932. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 762109 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Biragada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biragada
According to the 2011 Census, Biragada village had a total population of 181 people, including 89 males and 92 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.35%, with male literacy at 63.51% and female literacy at 39.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 173.
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 | 181 | 89 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 86 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 47 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 42 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Biragada
Biragada 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 Biragada
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Biragada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Phulabani to Biragada is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Biragada is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biragada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biragada 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 Biragada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biragada 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 Biragada
Where is Biragada located?
Biragada village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Biragada?
The Gram Panchayat of Biragada is Krutamgarh.
What is the pincode of Biragada?
The pincode of Biragada is 762109.
What is the population of Biragada?
Biragada had a total population of 181, including 89 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Biragada?
Biragada had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biragada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biragada was 51.35%. Male literacy was 63.51% and female literacy was 39.19%.