Birigada - Dasapalla, Nayagarh
Birigada is a village situated in the Dasapalla tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasapalla and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Takera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birigada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birigada is 405473. The village covers a total geographical area of 131 hectares and falls under the 752084 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Birigada 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 Birigada
As per Census 2011, Birigada village has a total population of 49 people, consisting of 20 males and 29 females. The village has 9 households and a sex ratio of 1,450 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8 literate and 41 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birigada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 49 | 20 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 19 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 16 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Birigada
Birigada 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 Birigada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Birigada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Birigada is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birigada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birigada 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 Birigada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birigada 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 Birigada
Where is Birigada located?
Birigada village is located in Dasapalla Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birigada?
The Gram Panchayat of Birigada is Takera.
What is the pincode of Birigada?
The pincode of Birigada is 752084.
What is the population of Birigada?
Birigada has a total population of 49, including 20 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Birigada?
There are 9 households in Birigada.
What is the literacy rate in Birigada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birigada is 16.33%. Male literacy is 20.00% and female literacy is 13.79%.