Barpanka - Kochinda, Sambalpur
Barpanka is a village situated in the Kochinda tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochinda and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Telitileimal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barpanka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barpanka is 381572. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 768222 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Barpanka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barpanka
According to the 2011 Census, Barpanka village had a total population of 80 people, including 40 males and 40 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.45%, with male literacy at 54.84% and female literacy at 37.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 74.
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 | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 36 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 23 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Barpanka
Barpanka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hagrudihi | West | 1.42 km |
| Thakurniktimal | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Ladammal | West | 1.95 km |
| Madanmohanpur | North | 1.99 km |
| Katunagar | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Mantrimunda | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Teli-tileimal | North | 2.67 km |
| Bihabali | East | 2.76 km |
| Laidaguna | North-East | 2.88 km |
| Kelipadar | South-West | 3.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barpanka
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Barpanka. The nearest railway station is Bagdihi, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Barpanka is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Barpanka is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barpanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barpanka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barpanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barpanka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barpanka
Where is Barpanka located?
Barpanka village is located in Kochinda Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barpanka?
The Gram Panchayat of Barpanka is Telitileimal.
What is the pincode of Barpanka?
The pincode of Barpanka is 768222.
What is the population of Barpanka?
Barpanka had a total population of 80, including 40 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Barpanka?
Barpanka had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barpanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barpanka was 45.45%. Male literacy was 54.84% and female literacy was 37.14%.