Birahandi - Kotpad, Koraput
Birahandi is a village situated in the Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotpad and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Chandili serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birahandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birahandi is 428124. The village covers a total geographical area of 231 hectares and falls under the 764058 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Birahandi 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 Birahandi
According to the 2011 Census, Birahandi village had a total population of 274 people, including 146 males and 128 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.83%, with male literacy at 40.00% and female literacy at 3.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 256.
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 | 274 | 146 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 256 | 136 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 46 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 100 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Birahandi
Birahandi 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 Birahandi
Public transport in the Birahandi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Birahandi.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Birahandi is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Birahandi is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birahandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birahandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Birahandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birahandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Birahandi
Where is Birahandi located?
Birahandi village is located in Kotpad Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Birahandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Birahandi is Chandili.
What is the pincode of Birahandi?
The pincode of Birahandi is 764058.
What is the population of Birahandi?
Birahandi had a total population of 274, including 146 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Birahandi?
Birahandi had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birahandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birahandi was 22.83%. Male literacy was 40.00% and female literacy was 3.85%.