Beralanga - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Beralanga is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Korapa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Beralanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beralanga is 425625. The village covers a total geographical area of 326 hectares and falls under the 765016 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Beralanga 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 Beralanga
According to the 2011 Census, Beralanga village had a total population of 95 people, including 43 males and 52 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,209 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 12.20%, with male literacy at 20.51% and female literacy at 4.65%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 94.
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 | 95 | 43 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 43 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 35 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Beralanga
Beralanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Murakakana | North-West | 1.11 km |
| Dumuripadar | East | 1.58 km |
| Podochunapadar | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Landabali | West | 1.89 km |
| Bijayanagar | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Ajayagada | North | 2.38 km |
| Karapa | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Chamarajodi | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Pandrapada | North | 2.90 km |
| Singapata | West | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Beralanga
Beralanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Sikarpai, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Beralanga is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Beralanga is about 55 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 Beralanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beralanga 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Beralanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beralanga 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 Beralanga
Where is Beralanga located?
Beralanga village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beralanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Beralanga is Korapa.
What is the pincode of Beralanga?
The pincode of Beralanga is 765016.
What is the population of Beralanga?
Beralanga had a total population of 95, including 43 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Beralanga?
Beralanga had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Beralanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beralanga was 12.20%. Male literacy was 20.51% and female literacy was 4.65%.