Biripur - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Biripur is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kumbhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biripur is 428585. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Biripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biripur
According to the 2011 Census, Biripur village had a total population of 126 people, including 57 males and 69 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,211 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.03%, with male literacy at 51.92% and female literacy at 32.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.
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 | 126 | 57 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 46 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 30 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Biripur
Biripur 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 Biripur
Public transport in the Biripur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Biripur is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Biripur is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biripur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Biripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biripur 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 Biripur
Where is Biripur located?
Biripur village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Biripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Biripur is Kumbhari.
What is the pincode of Biripur?
The pincode of Biripur is 764014.
What is the population of Biripur?
Biripur had a total population of 126, including 57 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Biripur?
Biripur had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biripur was 41.03%. Male literacy was 51.92% and female literacy was 32.31%.