Birighat
Birighat is a village located in Khariar tehsil of Nuapada district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Khariar (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Nuapada. As per 2009 stats, Birighat village is also a gram panchayat.
Birighat has its own place in the vibrant Nuapada region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Birighat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Birighat is 422022. The village spans a total geographical area of 442 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766118. Khariar Road is nearest town to Birighat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Birighat
Below is a concise population overview of Birighat as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,618 | 827 | 791 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 134 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 106 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 776 | 416 | 360 |
| Literate Population | 802 | 524 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 816 | 303 | 513 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Birighat village:
- The total population of Birighat village is around 1,618, including approximately 827 males and 791 females, with a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 254 children aged 0–6 years in Birighat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Birighat village has 210 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 776 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Birighat village is about 49.57%, with male literacy at 63.36% and female literacy at 35.15%.
- There are around 401 households in Birighat village.
Connectivity of Birighat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Birighat. As per the 2011 stats, Birighat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Birighat
Knowing the nearby villages of Birighat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Birighat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Birighat
- Where is Birighat located?
- Birighat village is situated in Khariar Tehsil, within the Nuapada district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Birighat?
- Birighat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Birighat?
- The pincode of Birighat is 766118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Birighat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Birighat is 1,618, with 827 males and 791 females.
- How many households are there in Birighat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Birighat village has a total of 401 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Birighat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Birighat is 49.57%. The male literacy rate is 63.36%, while the female literacy rate is 35.15%.