Baripada Town
Baripada Town is a Town and Tehsil in Mayurbhanj District of Odisha. In India, a tehsil is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Baripada Town Block (CD) is 02873. The total area of Baripada Town Tehsil is 11 km². Baripada Town has a sex ratio of approximately 984 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Baripada Town Tehsil
Baripada Town Tehsil has a total of 12 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Baripada Town Tehsil, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arakhpal | Sindurgoura | Baripada (11 km) |
| 2 | Bhagabatpur | Betna | Baripada (5 km) |
| 3 | Chipatastia | Sindurgoura | Baripada (2 km) |
| 4 | Dumukapal | Baunsabilla | Baripada (12 km) |
| 5 | Durgapur | Sindurgoura | Baripada (2 km) |
| 6 | Gomundi | Sindurgoura | Baripada (3 km) |
| 7 | Jambani | Sindurgoura | Baripada (4 km) |
| 8 | Kanjibhati | Sindurgoura | Baripada (13 km) |
| 9 | Khetrapatana | Laxmiposi | Baripada (3 km) |
| 10 | Konapal | Sindurgoura | Baripada (5 km) |
| 11 | Laxmipur | Sindurgoura | Baripada (4 km) |
| 12 | Shagunabasa | Laxmiposi | Baripada (14 km) |
Population of Baripada Town Tehsil
The population profile of Baripada Town Tehsil offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Baripada Town Tehsil's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,149 | 5,149 | N/A |
| Male Population | 2,595 | 2,595 | N/A |
| Female Population | 2,554 | 2,554 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 679 | 679 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 351 | 351 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 328 | 328 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,012 | 3,012 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 1,721 | 1,721 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 1,291 | 1,291 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 2,137 | 2,137 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 874 | 874 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,263 | 1,263 | N/A |
| Total Households | 1,153 | 1,153 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 5,149 people. Includes nearly 2,595 males and 2,554 females. Rural population is about 5,149 people.
- There are around 679 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 351 boys and 328 girls.
- Literate population is about 3,012 people. Non-literate population is around 2,137 people.
- There are nearly 1,153 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Baripada Town Tehsil, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 469 | 469 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 232 | 232 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 237 | 237 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 3,476 | 3,476 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 1,743 | 1,743 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 1,733 | 1,733 | N/A |
| Population Density | 457 / km² | 457 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Baripada Town Tehsil is approximately 469 people, including 232 males and 237 females. Around 469 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Baripada Town Tehsil is about 3,476 people, including 1,743 males and 1,733 females. Around 3,476 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 457 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 457 people per sq. km.