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
As per Census 2011, Beralanga village has a total population of 95 people, consisting of 43 males and 52 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 1,209 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Beralanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 95 | 43 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| 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 has a total population of 95, including 43 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Beralanga?
There are 29 households in Beralanga.
What is the literacy rate in Beralanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beralanga is 10.53%. Male literacy is 18.60% and female literacy is 3.85%.