Barandipada - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Barandipada is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 84 km from Jharigan and around 84 km from Nabarangapur . Jharigam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barandipada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barandipada is 427522. The village covers a total geographical area of 131 hectares and falls under the 764076 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Barandipada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barandipada
As per Census 2011, Barandipada village has a total population of 506 people, consisting of 245 males and 261 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 1,065 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 192 literate and 314 illiterate residents. Additionally, 352 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barandipada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 506 | 245 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 37 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 352 | 172 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 35 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 106 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 139 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Barandipada
Barandipada 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 Barandipada
Barandipada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Umarkote to Barandipada is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Barandipada is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barandipada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barandipada 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barandipada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barandipada 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barandipada
Where is Barandipada located?
Barandipada village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barandipada?
The Gram Panchayat of Barandipada is Jharigam.
What is the pincode of Barandipada?
The pincode of Barandipada is 764076.
What is the population of Barandipada?
Barandipada has a total population of 506, including 245 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Barandipada?
There are 110 households in Barandipada.
What is the literacy rate in Barandipada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barandipada is 37.94%. Male literacy is 43.27% and female literacy is 32.95%.