Biritunga - Gop, Puri
Biritunga is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Birtung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biritunga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biritunga is 409421. The village covers a total geographical area of 117 hectares and falls under the 752116 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Biritunga 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 Biritunga
According to the 2011 Census, Biritunga village had a total population of 1,161 people, including 640 males and 521 females, living in 275 households. The sex ratio was 814 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.77%, with male literacy at 94.35% and female literacy at 79.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 612.
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 | 1,161 | 640 | 521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 56 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 612 | 309 | 303 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 926 | 551 | 375 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 89 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Biritunga
Biritunga 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 Biritunga
Biritunga 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 Biritunga is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Biritunga is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biritunga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biritunga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Biritunga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biritunga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Biritunga
Where is Biritunga located?
Biritunga village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biritunga?
The Gram Panchayat of Biritunga is Birtung.
What is the pincode of Biritunga?
The pincode of Biritunga is 752116.
What is the population of Biritunga?
Biritunga had a total population of 1,161, including 640 males and 521 females.
How many households are there in Biritunga?
Biritunga had 275 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biritunga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biritunga was 87.77%. Male literacy was 94.35% and female literacy was 79.62%.