Baraput - Nandapur, Koraput
Baraput is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Khurji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baraput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baraput is 429825. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Baraput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baraput
As per Census 2011, Baraput village has a total population of 138 people, consisting of 67 males and 71 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 1,059 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 75 literate and 63 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baraput are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 138 | 67 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 47 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 20 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Baraput
Baraput 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 Baraput
Public transport in the Baraput is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Baraput is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Baraput is about 40 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 Baraput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baraput village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Baraput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baraput 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 Baraput
Where is Baraput located?
Baraput village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baraput?
The Gram Panchayat of Baraput is Khurji.
What is the pincode of Baraput?
The pincode of Baraput is 764037.
What is the population of Baraput?
Baraput has a total population of 138, including 67 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Baraput?
There are 37 households in Baraput.
What is the literacy rate in Baraput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baraput is 54.35%. Male literacy is 70.15% and female literacy is 39.44%.