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
As per Census 2011, Biripur village has a total population of 126 people, consisting of 57 males and 69 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,210 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 48 literate and 78 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Biripur are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 126, including 57 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Biripur?
There are 30 households in Biripur.
What is the literacy rate in Biripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biripur is 38.10%. Male literacy is 47.37% and female literacy is 30.43%.