Biripadar - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Biripadar is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Gomundia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biripadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biripadar is 410196. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Balugaon is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Biripadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biripadar
According to the 2011 Census, Biripadar village had a total population of 533 people, including 246 males and 287 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.11%, with male literacy at 77.03% and female literacy at 60.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 533.
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 | 533 | 246 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 533 | 246 | 287 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 314 | 161 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 85 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Biripadar
Biripadar 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 Biripadar
Biripadar 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 Balugaon to Biripadar is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Biripadar is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biripadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biripadar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Biripadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biripadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Biripadar
Where is Biripadar located?
Biripadar village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biripadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Biripadar is Gomundia.
What is the pincode of Biripadar?
The pincode of Biripadar is 752032.
What is the population of Biripadar?
Biripadar had a total population of 533, including 246 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Biripadar?
Biripadar had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biripadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biripadar was 68.11%. Male literacy was 77.03% and female literacy was 60.71%.