Biradia - Rajkanika, Kendrapara
Biradia is a village situated in the Rajkanika tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajkanika and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Katanabania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biradia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biradia is 395757. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 754220 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Biradia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biradia
According to the 2011 Census, Biradia village had a total population of 503 people, including 266 males and 237 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.10%, with male literacy at 97.00% and female literacy at 86.67%.
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 | 503 | 266 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 226 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 40 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Biradia
Biradia 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 Biradia
Biradia 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pattamundai to Biradia is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Biradia is about 65 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 Biradia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biradia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Biradia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biradia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Biradia
Where is Biradia located?
Biradia village is located in Rajkanika Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biradia?
The Gram Panchayat of Biradia is Katanabania.
What is the pincode of Biradia?
The pincode of Biradia is 754220.
What is the population of Biradia?
Biradia had a total population of 503, including 266 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Biradia?
Biradia had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biradia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biradia was 92.10%. Male literacy was 97.00% and female literacy was 86.67%.