Baria - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj
Baria is a village situated in the Jashipur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jashipur and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Manada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baria is 388452. The village covers a total geographical area of 240 hectares and falls under the 757036 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Baria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baria
According to the 2011 Census, Baria village had a total population of 868 people, including 425 males and 443 females, living in 203 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.11%, with male literacy at 64.97% and female literacy at 40.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 495.
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 | 868 | 425 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 71 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 495 | 241 | 254 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 230 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 195 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Baria
Baria 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 Baria
Baria is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Karanjia to Baria is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Baria is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Baria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baria
Where is Baria located?
Baria village is located in Jashipur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Baria?
The Gram Panchayat of Baria is Manada.
What is the pincode of Baria?
The pincode of Baria is 757036.
What is the population of Baria?
Baria had a total population of 868, including 425 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Baria?
Baria had 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baria was 52.11%. Male literacy was 64.97% and female literacy was 40.84%.