Birisa - Gudari, Rayagada
Birisa is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sanahuma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birisa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birisa is 426976. The village covers a total geographical area of 700 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Birisa 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 Birisa
According to the 2011 Census, Birisa village had a total population of 328 people, including 162 males and 166 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.91%, with male literacy at 78.79% and female literacy at 53.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 328 | 162 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 30 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 104 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 58 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Birisa
Birisa 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 Birisa
Birisa 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 Birisa is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Birisa is about 75 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 Birisa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birisa 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 Birisa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birisa 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 Birisa
Where is Birisa located?
Birisa village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Birisa?
The Gram Panchayat of Birisa is Sanahuma.
What is the pincode of Birisa?
The pincode of Birisa is 765026.
What is the population of Birisa?
Birisa had a total population of 328, including 162 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Birisa?
Birisa had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birisa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birisa was 65.91%. Male literacy was 78.79% and female literacy was 53.03%.