Barangapas - Kashipur, Rayagada
Barangapas is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Adajore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barangapas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barangapas is 425754. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 88 km away.
Barangapas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barangapas
As per Census 2011, Barangapas village has a total population of 225 people, consisting of 104 males and 121 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 1,163 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 23 literate and 202 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 101 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barangapas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 225 | 104 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 22 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 25 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 47 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 17 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 87 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Barangapas
Barangapas 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 Barangapas
Public transport in the Barangapas is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Barangapas is about 88 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Barangapas is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barangapas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barangapas 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 Barangapas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barangapas 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 Barangapas
Where is Barangapas located?
Barangapas village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barangapas?
The Gram Panchayat of Barangapas is Adajore.
What is the pincode of Barangapas?
The pincode of Barangapas is 765015.
What is the population of Barangapas?
Barangapas has a total population of 225, including 104 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Barangapas?
There are 60 households in Barangapas.
What is the literacy rate in Barangapas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barangapas is 10.22%. Male literacy is 16.35% and female literacy is 4.96%.