Birkham
Birkham is a village located in Rairangpur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Rairangpur (tehsildar office) and 81km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Khanta is the gram panchayat of Birkham village.
Birkham has its own place in the vibrant Mayurbhanj region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Birkham
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Birkham is 388200. The village spans a total geographical area of 49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757043. Rairangpur is nearest town to Birkham village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Birkham
Population of Birkham
Below is a concise population overview of Birkham as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Birkham village:
- The total population of Birkham village is around 246, including approximately 121 males and 125 females, with a sex ratio of 1033 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 39 children aged 0–6 years in Birkham village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Birkham village has 4 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 211 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Birkham village is about 66.26%, with male literacy at 78.51% and female literacy at 54.40%.
- There are around 50 households in Birkham village.
Connectivity of Birkham
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Birkham. As per the 2011 stats, Birkham had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Birkham
Knowing the nearby villages of Birkham helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Birkham.
Frequently Asked Questions about Birkham
- Where is Birkham located?
- Birkham village is situated in Rairangpur Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Birkham?
- The Gram Panchayat of Birkham is Khanta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Birkham?
- The pincode of Birkham is 757043, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Birkham as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Birkham is 246, with 121 males and 125 females.
- How many households are there in Birkham as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Birkham village has a total of 50 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Birkham as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Birkham is 66.26%. The male literacy rate is 78.51%, while the female literacy rate is 54.40%.