Biriguda - Boriguma, Koraput
Biriguda is a village situated in the Boriguma tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boriguma and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Pondasguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biriguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biriguda is 428239. The village covers a total geographical area of 113 hectares and falls under the 764056 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Biriguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biriguda
As per Census 2011, Biriguda village has a total population of 504 people, consisting of 234 males and 270 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 1,153 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 182 literate and 322 illiterate residents. Additionally, 134 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 274 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Biriguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 504 | 234 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 46 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 62 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 274 | 127 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 126 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 108 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Biriguda
Biriguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Katraguda | North | 1.32 km |
| Dandasenaguda | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Jhada Bandha Guda | North-West | 1.43 km |
| Runjiguda | South | 1.51 km |
| Bhanjaguda | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Ghataguda | South | 2.50 km |
| Pareijhola | East | 2.67 km |
| Kamlaguda | East | 2.72 km |
| Murlabai | North | 2.84 km |
| Lauguda | North-East | 3.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Biriguda
Biriguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maligura, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.4 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 Sunabeda to Biriguda is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Biriguda is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biriguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biriguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Biriguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biriguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Biriguda
Where is Biriguda located?
Biriguda village is located in Boriguma Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biriguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Biriguda is Pondasguda.
What is the pincode of Biriguda?
The pincode of Biriguda is 764056.
What is the population of Biriguda?
Biriguda has a total population of 504, including 234 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Biriguda?
There are 129 households in Biriguda.
What is the literacy rate in Biriguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biriguda is 36.11%. Male literacy is 53.85% and female literacy is 20.74%.