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.
Here you can discover what makes Birighat unique in its vibrant Khariar-Nuapada region. You’ll see Birighat’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Birighat
Population of Birighat
According to the 2011 Census, Birighat has a total population of about 1,618, with approximately 827 males and 791 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 254 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 210 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 776. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.57%, with male literacy at about 63.36% and female literacy near 35.15%. There are around 401 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Birighat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.