Birikuan(Kha) - Champua, Keonjhar
Birikuan(Kha) is a village situated in the Champua tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Baria and around 28 km from Kendujhar. Bhuinpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birikuan(Kha) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birikuan(Kha) is 385608. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 758016 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Birikuan(Kha) 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(Kha)
As per Census 2011, Birikuan(Kha) village has a total population of 307 people, consisting of 154 males and 153 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 179 literate and 128 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birikuan(Kha) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Birikuan(Kha)
Birikuan(Kha) 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(Kha)
Public transport in the Birikuan(Kha) 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(Kha) is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Birikuan(Kha) is about 28 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(Kha)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birikuan(Kha) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Birikuan(Kha)
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(Kha) 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 Birikuan(Kha)
Where is Birikuan(Kha) located?
Birikuan(Kha) village is located in Champua Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birikuan(Kha)?
The Gram Panchayat of Birikuan(Kha) is Bhuinpur.
What is the pincode of Birikuan(Kha)?
The pincode of Birikuan(Kha) is 758016.
What is the population of Birikuan(Kha)?
Birikuan(Kha) has a total population of 307, including 154 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Birikuan(Kha)?
There are 75 households in Birikuan(Kha).
What is the literacy rate in Birikuan(Kha)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birikuan(Kha) is 58.31%. Male literacy is 71.43% and female literacy is 45.10%.