Baberi - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Baberi is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Raskola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baberi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baberi is 425275. The village covers a total geographical area of 208 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Baberi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baberi
According to the 2011 Census, Baberi village had a total population of 160 people, including 81 males and 79 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 10.24%, with male literacy at 17.46% and female literacy at 3.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 160.
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 | 160 | 81 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 81 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 11 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 70 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Baberi
Baberi 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 Baberi
Baberi 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gunupur to Baberi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Baberi is about 72 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 Baberi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baberi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Baberi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baberi 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 Baberi
Where is Baberi located?
Baberi village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Baberi?
The Gram Panchayat of Baberi is Raskola.
What is the pincode of Baberi?
The pincode of Baberi is 765019.
What is the population of Baberi?
Baberi had a total population of 160, including 81 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Baberi?
Baberi had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baberi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baberi was 10.24%. Male literacy was 17.46% and female literacy was 3.13%.