Barapalli - Dasapalla, Nayagarh
Barapalli is a village situated in the Dasapalla tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasapalla and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Sariganda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barapalli is 405462. The village covers a total geographical area of 263 hectares and falls under the 752084 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Barapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barapalli
As per Census 2011, Barapalli village has a total population of 143 people, consisting of 73 males and 70 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 68 literate and 75 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 126 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barapalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 143 | 73 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 67 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 43 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 30 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Barapalli
Barapalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patharpunja | South | 1.25 km |
| Niliguda | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Nijandhrakot | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Bandhugaon | South | 1.77 km |
| Sriramchandrapur | East | 2.46 km |
| Gopinathpur | South | 2.56 km |
| Sariganda | South | 2.60 km |
| Rayatiodasara | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Narasinghpur | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Kukuprasad | South | 3.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barapalli
Barapalli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kerejanga, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Nayagarh to Barapalli is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barapalli 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 Barapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barapalli 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barapalli
Where is Barapalli located?
Barapalli village is located in Dasapalla Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Barapalli is Sariganda.
What is the pincode of Barapalli?
The pincode of Barapalli is 752084.
What is the population of Barapalli?
Barapalli has a total population of 143, including 73 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Barapalli?
There are 35 households in Barapalli.
What is the literacy rate in Barapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barapalli is 47.55%. Male literacy is 58.90% and female literacy is 35.71%.