Birikuan

Birikuan is a village located in Baria tehsil of Kendujhar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Baria (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Kendujhar. As per 2009 stats, Bhuinpur is the gram panchayat of Birikuan village.

Here you can discover what makes Birikuan unique in its vibrant Baria-Kendujhar region. You’ll see Birikuan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Birikuan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Birikuan is 385608. The village spans a total geographical area of 124 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 758032. Kendujhar is nearest town to Birikuan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.

When it comes to local governance, Birikuan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Patna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Birikuan

According to the 2011 Census, Birikuan has a total population of about 307, with approximately 154 males and 153 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 40 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 39 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 18. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.31%, with male literacy at about 71.43% and female literacy near 45.10%. There are around 75 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Birikuan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 307 154 153
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 40 17 23
Scheduled Castes (SC) 39 18 21
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 18 10 8
Literate Population 179 110 69
Illiterate Population 128 44 84

Connectivity of Birikuan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Birikuan. As per the 2011 stats, Birikuan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Birikuan

Knowing the nearby villages of Birikuan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Birikuan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Birikuan

Where is Birikuan located?
Birikuan village is situated in Baria Tehsil, within the Kendujhar district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birikuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Birikuan is Bhuinpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Birikuan?
The pincode of Birikuan is 758032, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Birikuan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Birikuan is 307, with 154 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Birikuan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Birikuan village has a total of 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birikuan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Birikuan is 58.31%. The male literacy rate is 71.43%, while the female literacy rate is 45.10%.