Barangput - Jeypore, Koraput
Barangput is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Dangarachinchi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barangput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barangput is 429100. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Barangput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barangput
According to the 2011 Census, Barangput village had a total population of 330 people, including 171 males and 159 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.35%, with male literacy at 50.41% and female literacy at 25.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 285.
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 | 330 | 171 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 50 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 285 | 146 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 61 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 110 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Barangput
Barangput 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 Barangput
Public transport in the Barangput is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Barangput.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Barangput is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Barangput is about 31 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 Barangput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barangput village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barangput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barangput village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barangput
Where is Barangput located?
Barangput village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barangput?
The Gram Panchayat of Barangput is Dangarachinchi.
What is the pincode of Barangput?
The pincode of Barangput is 764002.
What is the population of Barangput?
Barangput had a total population of 330, including 171 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Barangput?
Barangput had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barangput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barangput was 37.35%. Male literacy was 50.41% and female literacy was 25.00%.