Barijanga - Balianta, Khordha
Barijanga is a village situated in the Balianta tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Balipatna and around 48 km from Khordha . Purohitpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barijanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barijanga is 407614. The village covers a total geographical area of 118 hectares and falls under the 752102 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Barijanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jayadev Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barijanga
According to the 2011 Census, Barijanga village had a total population of 717 people, including 386 males and 331 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 858 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.37%, with male literacy at 93.71% and female literacy at 86.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 185.
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 | 717 | 386 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 99 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 582 | 328 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 58 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Barijanga
Barijanga is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nuapara | North-East | 1.28 km |
| Panikata | West | 1.37 km |
| Purohitpur | South | 1.48 km |
| Bodhakhandi | North | 1.81 km |
| Jhintisasan | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Pampalo | East | 2.15 km |
| Bisuniapada | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Singirisasan | West | 2.62 km |
| Sisilo | North | 2.90 km |
| Darada | South-East | 2.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barijanga
Barijanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lingaraj Temple Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.0 km.
| 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 Bhubaneswar to Barijanga is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Barijanga is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barijanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barijanga 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barijanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barijanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barijanga
Where is Barijanga located?
Barijanga village is located in Balianta Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barijanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Barijanga is Purohitpur.
What is the pincode of Barijanga?
The pincode of Barijanga is 752102.
What is the population of Barijanga?
Barijanga had a total population of 717, including 386 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Barijanga?
Barijanga had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barijanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barijanga was 90.37%. Male literacy was 93.71% and female literacy was 86.39%.