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
As per Census 2011, Barangput village has a total population of 330 people, consisting of 171 males and 159 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 93 literate and 237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 285 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barangput are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 330, including 171 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Barangput?
There are 82 households in Barangput.
What is the literacy rate in Barangput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barangput is 28.18%. Male literacy is 35.67% and female literacy is 20.13%.