Birinda - Banspal, Keonjhar
Birinda is a village situated in the Banspal tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Kendujhar Sadar and around 30 km from Kendujhar. Uperraigoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birinda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birinda is 386077. The village covers a total geographical area of 437 hectares and falls under the 758018 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Birinda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Telkoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birinda
As per Census 2011, Birinda village has a total population of 611 people, consisting of 298 males and 313 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 93 literate and 518 illiterate residents. Additionally, 524 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birinda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 611 | 298 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 63 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 524 | 255 | 269 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 69 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 518 | 229 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Birinda
Birinda 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 Birinda
Public transport in the Birinda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Kendujhar to Birinda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Birinda is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birinda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birinda 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 Birinda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birinda 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 Birinda
Where is Birinda located?
Birinda village is located in Banspal Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birinda?
The Gram Panchayat of Birinda is Uperraigoda.
What is the pincode of Birinda?
The pincode of Birinda is 758018.
What is the population of Birinda?
Birinda has a total population of 611, including 298 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Birinda?
There are 110 households in Birinda.
What is the literacy rate in Birinda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birinda is 15.22%. Male literacy is 23.15% and female literacy is 7.67%.