Birabafala - Kashipur, Rayagada
Birabafala is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sunger serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birabafala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birabafala is 425737. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Birabafala 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 Birabafala
As per Census 2011, Birabafala village has a total population of 144 people, consisting of 74 males and 70 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 49 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 108 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birabafala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 144 | 74 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 53 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 35 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 39 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Birabafala
Birabafala 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 Birabafala
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Birabafala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Birabafala is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Birabafala is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birabafala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birabafala 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 Birabafala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birabafala 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 Birabafala
Where is Birabafala located?
Birabafala village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birabafala?
The Gram Panchayat of Birabafala is Sunger.
What is the pincode of Birabafala?
The pincode of Birabafala is 765015.
What is the population of Birabafala?
Birabafala has a total population of 144, including 74 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Birabafala?
There are 34 households in Birabafala.
What is the literacy rate in Birabafala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birabafala is 34.03%. Male literacy is 47.30% and female literacy is 20.00%.