Barapatana - Banapur, Khordha
Barapatana is a village situated in the Banapur tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 62 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banapur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Gambharimunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barapatana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barapatana is 408341. The village covers a total geographical area of 11 hectares and falls under the 752031 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Barapatana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chilika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barapatana
As per Census 2011, Barapatana village has a total population of 495 people, consisting of 247 males and 248 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 366 literate and 129 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barapatana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 495 | 247 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 366 | 198 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 49 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Barapatana
Barapatana 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 Barapatana
Barapatana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Banapur to Barapatana is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Barapatana is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barapatana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barapatana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barapatana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barapatana 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barapatana
Where is Barapatana located?
Barapatana village is located in Banapur Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barapatana?
The Gram Panchayat of Barapatana is Gambharimunda.
What is the pincode of Barapatana?
The pincode of Barapatana is 752031.
What is the population of Barapatana?
Barapatana has a total population of 495, including 247 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Barapatana?
There are 99 households in Barapatana.
What is the literacy rate in Barapatana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barapatana is 73.94%. Male literacy is 80.16% and female literacy is 67.74%.