Biripanga - Gudari, Rayagada
Biripanga is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Karlaghati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biripanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biripanga is 426855. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Biripanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biripanga
As per Census 2011, Biripanga village has a total population of 326 people, consisting of 154 males and 172 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 1,116 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 91 literate and 235 illiterate residents. Additionally, 319 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Biripanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 326 | 154 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 319 | 150 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 73 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 81 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Biripanga
Biripanga 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 Biripanga
Biripanga 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudari to Biripanga is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Biripanga is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biripanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biripanga 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Biripanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biripanga 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Biripanga
Where is Biripanga located?
Biripanga village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biripanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Biripanga is Karlaghati.
What is the pincode of Biripanga?
The pincode of Biripanga is 765026.
What is the population of Biripanga?
Biripanga has a total population of 326, including 154 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Biripanga?
There are 61 households in Biripanga.
What is the literacy rate in Biripanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biripanga is 27.91%. Male literacy is 47.40% and female literacy is 10.47%.