Barhagadia - Khunta, Mayurbhanj
Barhagadia is a village situated in the Khunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khunta and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Bahanada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barhagadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barhagadia is 390843. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 757019 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Barhagadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baripada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barhagadia
According to the 2011 Census, Barhagadia village had a total population of 345 people, including 168 males and 177 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.70%, with male literacy at 57.04% and female literacy at 29.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 345.
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 | 345 | 168 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 345 | 168 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 77 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 91 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Barhagadia
Barhagadia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saharbeda | South-East | 0.72 km |
| Sankaranjia | North-East | 0.90 km |
| Bandhagoda | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Haladipal | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Tulasibani | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Mahanpur | North | 1.81 km |
| Anlasuli | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Bahanada | South | 2.01 km |
| Chhatrama | East | 2.14 km |
| Bholagadia | West | 2.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barhagadia
Barhagadia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Krishnachandrapur, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udala to Barhagadia is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Barhagadia is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barhagadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barhagadia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barhagadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barhagadia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barhagadia
Where is Barhagadia located?
Barhagadia village is located in Khunta Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barhagadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Barhagadia is Bahanada.
What is the pincode of Barhagadia?
The pincode of Barhagadia is 757019.
What is the population of Barhagadia?
Barhagadia had a total population of 345, including 168 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Barhagadia?
Barhagadia had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barhagadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhagadia was 42.70%. Male literacy was 57.04% and female literacy was 29.45%.