Birudipantal - Astaranga, Puri
Birudipantal is a village situated in the Astaranga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Astaranga and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birudipantal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birudipantal is 409218. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 752109 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Birudipantal 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 Birudipantal
According to the 2011 Census, Birudipantal village had a total population of 132 people, including 72 males and 60 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.36%, with male literacy at 89.23% and female literacy at 55.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 132.
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 | 132 | 72 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 72 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 58 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 14 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Birudipantal
Birudipantal 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 Birudipantal
Birudipantal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Birudipantal is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Birudipantal is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birudipantal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birudipantal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Birudipantal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birudipantal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Birudipantal
Where is Birudipantal located?
Birudipantal village is located in Astaranga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birudipantal?
The Gram Panchayat of Birudipantal is Nagar.
What is the pincode of Birudipantal?
The pincode of Birudipantal is 752109.
What is the population of Birudipantal?
Birudipantal had a total population of 132, including 72 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Birudipantal?
Birudipantal had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birudipantal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birudipantal was 74.36%. Male literacy was 89.23% and female literacy was 55.77%.