Birkham - Bijatala, Mayurbhanj
Birkham is a village situated in the Bijatala tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Rairangpur and around 81 km from Baripada. Khanta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birkham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birkham is 388200. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 757043 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Birkham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birkham
As per Census 2011, Birkham village has a total population of 246 people, consisting of 121 males and 125 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 163 literate and 83 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 211 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birkham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 246 | 121 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 104 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 95 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 26 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Birkham
Birkham 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 Birkham
Public transport in the Birkham is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Birkham.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Birkham is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Birkham is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birkham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birkham 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Birkham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birkham 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 Birkham
Where is Birkham located?
Birkham village is located in Bijatala Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birkham?
The Gram Panchayat of Birkham is Khanta.
What is the pincode of Birkham?
The pincode of Birkham is 757043.
What is the population of Birkham?
Birkham has a total population of 246, including 121 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Birkham?
There are 50 households in Birkham.
What is the literacy rate in Birkham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birkham is 66.26%. Male literacy is 78.51% and female literacy is 54.40%.