Biragobindapur - Satyabadi, Puri
Biragobindapur is a village situated in the Satyabadi tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satyabadi and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Dugal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biragobindapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biragobindapur is 409711. The village covers a total geographical area of 506 hectares and falls under the 752014 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Biragobindapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satyabadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biragobindapur
As per Census 2011, Biragobindapur village has a total population of 2,783 people, consisting of 1,414 males and 1,369 females. The village has 664 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 294 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,021 literate and 762 illiterate residents. Additionally, 789 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 132 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Biragobindapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,783 | 1,414 | 1,369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 132 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 789 | 390 | 399 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 71 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 2,021 | 1,136 | 885 |
| Illiterate Population | 762 | 278 | 484 |
Nearby Villages of Biragobindapur
Biragobindapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Apila | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Satyabadi | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Dugala | East | 2.08 km |
| Biswanathapur | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Ganganarayanpur | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Mulaalasa | West | 2.41 km |
| Fulaalasa | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Bamadeipur | East | 3.26 km |
| Dashagoba | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Tikarasodabha | South-West | 3.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Biragobindapur
Biragobindapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sakhi Gopal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Biragobindapur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Biragobindapur is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biragobindapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biragobindapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Biragobindapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biragobindapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Biragobindapur
Where is Biragobindapur located?
Biragobindapur village is located in Satyabadi Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biragobindapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Biragobindapur is Dugal.
What is the pincode of Biragobindapur?
The pincode of Biragobindapur is 752014.
What is the population of Biragobindapur?
Biragobindapur has a total population of 2,783, including 1,414 males and 1,369 females.
How many households are there in Biragobindapur?
There are 664 households in Biragobindapur.
What is the literacy rate in Biragobindapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biragobindapur is 72.62%. Male literacy is 80.34% and female literacy is 64.65%.