Barigaon - Hatadihi, Keonjhar
Barigaon is a village situated in the Hatadihi tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Soso and around 110 km from Kendujhar. Dhenka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barigaon is 387135. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 758023 pincode. Anandapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Barigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anandapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Barigaon village had a total population of 584 people, including 316 males and 268 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.55%, with male literacy at 96.82% and female literacy at 78.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 205.
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 | 584 | 316 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 110 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 274 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 42 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Barigaon
Barigaon 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 Barigaon
Barigaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Anandapur to Barigaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Barigaon is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barigaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barigaon 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 Barigaon
Where is Barigaon located?
Barigaon village is located in Hatadihi Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Barigaon is Dhenka.
What is the pincode of Barigaon?
The pincode of Barigaon is 758023.
What is the population of Barigaon?
Barigaon had a total population of 584, including 316 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Barigaon?
Barigaon had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barigaon was 88.55%. Male literacy was 96.82% and female literacy was 78.84%.