Barapada - Astaranga, Puri
Barapada is a village situated in the Astaranga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Astaranga and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Alangapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barapada is 409208. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 752119 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Barapada 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 Barapada
As per Census 2011, Barapada village has a total population of 468 people, consisting of 234 males and 234 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 359 literate and 109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 468 | 234 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 49 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 199 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 35 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Barapada
Barapada 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 Barapada
Barapada 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 Barapada is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Barapada is about 74 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 Barapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barapada 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barapada
Where is Barapada located?
Barapada village is located in Astaranga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Barapada is Alangapur.
What is the pincode of Barapada?
The pincode of Barapada is 752119.
What is the population of Barapada?
Barapada has a total population of 468, including 234 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Barapada?
There are 127 households in Barapada.
What is the literacy rate in Barapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barapada is 76.71%. Male literacy is 85.04% and female literacy is 68.38%.