Baranga - Astaranga, Puri
Baranga is a village situated in the Astaranga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Astaranga and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Alasahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baranga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baranga is 409212. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 752109 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Baranga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baranga
According to the 2011 Census, Baranga village had a total population of 696 people, including 359 males and 337 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.67%, with male literacy at 91.52% and female literacy at 75.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 156.
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 | 696 | 359 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 76 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 533 | 302 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 57 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Baranga
Baranga 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 Baranga
Baranga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Baranga is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Baranga is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baranga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baranga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Baranga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baranga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Baranga
Where is Baranga located?
Baranga village is located in Astaranga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baranga?
The Gram Panchayat of Baranga is Alasahi.
What is the pincode of Baranga?
The pincode of Baranga is 752109.
What is the population of Baranga?
Baranga had a total population of 696, including 359 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Baranga?
Baranga had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baranga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baranga was 83.67%. Male literacy was 91.52% and female literacy was 75.24%.