Barandapat - Komna, Nuapada
Barandapat is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Jhagrahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barandapat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barandapat is 421875. The village covers a total geographical area of 754 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Barandapat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barandapat
According to the 2011 Census, Barandapat village had a total population of 1,107 people, including 517 males and 590 females, living in 282 households. The sex ratio was 1,141 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.42%, with male literacy at 47.56% and female literacy at 22.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 916.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,107 | 517 | 590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 86 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 24 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 916 | 433 | 483 |
| Literate Population | 317 | 205 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 790 | 312 | 478 |
Nearby Villages of Barandapat
Barandapat 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 Barandapat
Public transport in the Barandapat is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Khariar Road to Barandapat is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Barandapat is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barandapat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barandapat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barandapat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barandapat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barandapat
Where is Barandapat located?
Barandapat village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barandapat?
The Gram Panchayat of Barandapat is Jhagrahi.
What is the pincode of Barandapat?
The pincode of Barandapat is 766106.
What is the population of Barandapat?
Barandapat had a total population of 1,107, including 517 males and 590 females.
How many households are there in Barandapat?
Barandapat had 282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barandapat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barandapat was 34.42%. Male literacy was 47.56% and female literacy was 22.86%.