Buriapaju - Gania, Nayagarh
Buriapaju is a village situated in the Gania tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gania and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Badasilinga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Buriapaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buriapaju is 405295. The village covers a total geographical area of 173 hectares and falls under the 752085 pincode. Khandapada is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Buriapaju 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 Buriapaju
As per Census 2011, Buriapaju village has a total population of 105 people, consisting of 48 males and 57 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 1,187 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 77 literate and 28 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 102 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Buriapaju are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 105 | 48 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 46 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 39 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 9 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Buriapaju
Buriapaju 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 Buriapaju
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Buriapaju.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Khandapada to Buriapaju is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Buriapaju is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Buriapaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buriapaju 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 Buriapaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buriapaju 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 Buriapaju
Where is Buriapaju located?
Buriapaju village is located in Gania Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Buriapaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Buriapaju is Badasilinga.
What is the pincode of Buriapaju?
The pincode of Buriapaju is 752085.
What is the population of Buriapaju?
Buriapaju has a total population of 105, including 48 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Buriapaju?
There are 29 households in Buriapaju.
What is the literacy rate in Buriapaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buriapaju is 73.33%. Male literacy is 81.25% and female literacy is 66.67%.