Baraja
Baraja is a village located in Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Pottangi (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Chandaka is the gram panchayat of Baraja village.
Here you can discover what makes Baraja unique in its vibrant Pottangi-Koraput region. You’ll see Baraja’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Baraja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Baraja is 430077. The village spans a total geographical area of 928 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764039. Jeypur is nearest town to Baraja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Baraja
Population of Baraja
According to the 2011 Census, Baraja has a total population of about 3,049, with approximately 1,516 males and 1,533 females. The sex ratio is around 1011 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 557 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 53 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,218. The overall literacy rate is approximately 21.74%, with male literacy at about 30.01% and female literacy near 13.57%. There are around 638 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Baraja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,049 | 1,516 | 1,533 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 557 | 277 | 280 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 34 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,218 | 1,094 | 1,124 |
| Literate Population | 663 | 455 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,386 | 1,061 | 1,325 |
Connectivity of Baraja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Baraja. As per the 2011 stats, Baraja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Baraja
Knowing the nearby villages of Baraja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Baraja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Baraja
- Where is Baraja located?
- Baraja village is situated in Pottangi Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Baraja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Baraja is Chandaka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Baraja?
- The pincode of Baraja is 764039, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Baraja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baraja is 3,049, with 1,516 males and 1,533 females.
- How many households are there in Baraja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Baraja village has a total of 638 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Baraja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baraja is 21.74%. The male literacy rate is 30.01%, while the female literacy rate is 13.57%.