Biunria - Karanjia, Mayurbhanj
Biunria is a village situated in the Karanjia tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanjia and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Tato serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biunria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biunria is 388881. The village covers a total geographical area of 215 hectares and falls under the 757037 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Biunria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanjia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biunria
According to the 2011 Census, Biunria village had a total population of 880 people, including 438 males and 442 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.95%, with male literacy at 80.51% and female literacy at 65.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 250.
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 | 880 | 438 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 48 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 250 | 129 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 577 | 314 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 124 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Biunria
Biunria is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Barapanposi | North-West | 1.35 km |
| Tata | West | 1.65 km |
| Kunjia | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Sadangitainsira | West | 1.89 km |
| Nakuda | East | 2.05 km |
| Gidhibas | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Kankada | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Bakartala | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Kiapanposi | West | 2.70 km |
| Pichhuli | West | 2.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Biunria
Biunria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sitabanji, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Biunria is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Biunria is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biunria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biunria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Biunria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biunria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Biunria
Where is Biunria located?
Biunria village is located in Karanjia Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biunria?
The Gram Panchayat of Biunria is Tato.
What is the pincode of Biunria?
The pincode of Biunria is 757037.
What is the population of Biunria?
Biunria had a total population of 880, including 438 males and 442 females.
How many households are there in Biunria?
Biunria had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biunria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biunria was 72.95%. Male literacy was 80.51% and female literacy was 65.59%.