Birikuan(Ka) - Champua, Keonjhar
Birikuan(Ka) is a village situated in the Champua tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Baria and around 40 km from Kendujhar. Bhuinpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birikuan(Ka) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birikuan(Ka) is 385617. The village covers a total geographical area of 177 hectares and falls under the 758016 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Birikuan(Ka) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birikuan(Ka)
According to the 2011 Census, Birikuan(Ka) village had a total population of 398 people, including 188 males and 210 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,117 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.06%, with male literacy at 65.03% and female literacy at 53.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 92.
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 | 398 | 188 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 25 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 46 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 106 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 82 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Birikuan(Ka)
Birikuan(Ka) 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 Birikuan(Ka)
Birikuan(Ka) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendujhar to Birikuan(Ka) is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Birikuan(Ka) is about 40 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 Birikuan(Ka)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birikuan(Ka) 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Birikuan(Ka)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birikuan(Ka) 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Birikuan(Ka)
Where is Birikuan(Ka) located?
Birikuan(Ka) village is located in Champua Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birikuan(Ka)?
The Gram Panchayat of Birikuan(Ka) is Bhuinpur.
What is the pincode of Birikuan(Ka)?
The pincode of Birikuan(Ka) is 758016.
What is the population of Birikuan(Ka)?
Birikuan(Ka) had a total population of 398, including 188 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Birikuan(Ka)?
Birikuan(Ka) had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birikuan(Ka)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birikuan(Ka) was 59.06%. Male literacy was 65.03% and female literacy was 53.63%.