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
According to the 2011 Census, Barapada village had a total population of 468 people, including 234 males and 234 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.88%, with male literacy at 92.99% and female literacy at 74.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102.
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 | 468 | 234 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 49 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 468, including 234 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Barapada?
Barapada had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barapada was 83.88%. Male literacy was 92.99% and female literacy was 74.77%.