Barapurikia - Dasapalla, Nayagarh
Barapurikia is a village situated in the Dasapalla tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasapalla and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Sariganda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barapurikia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barapurikia is 405497. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 752084 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Barapurikia 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 Barapurikia
As per Census 2011, Barapurikia village has a total population of 889 people, consisting of 465 males and 424 females. The village has 192 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 737 literate and 152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 176 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barapurikia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 889 | 465 | 424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 46 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 91 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 737 | 412 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 53 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Barapurikia
Barapurikia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sunagenja | East | 0.72 km |
| Andharkot | North-West | 0.78 km |
| Pithakhai | South | 1.12 km |
| Patapurpatna | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Khandapada | South-East | 1.35 km |
| Kadalichauka | East | 1.41 km |
| Pathuria | North | 1.55 km |
| Krushna Chandrapur Patana | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Bramhapur | North | 1.79 km |
| Haridabari | South | 2.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barapurikia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Barapurikia. The nearest railway station is Kerejanga, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nayagarh to Barapurikia is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barapurikia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barapurikia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barapurikia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barapurikia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barapurikia
Where is Barapurikia located?
Barapurikia village is located in Dasapalla Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barapurikia?
The Gram Panchayat of Barapurikia is Sariganda.
What is the pincode of Barapurikia?
The pincode of Barapurikia is 752084.
What is the population of Barapurikia?
Barapurikia has a total population of 889, including 465 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Barapurikia?
There are 192 households in Barapurikia.
What is the literacy rate in Barapurikia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barapurikia is 82.90%. Male literacy is 88.60% and female literacy is 76.65%.