Biringajhar - Bisra, Sundargarh
Biringajhar is a village situated in the Bisra tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bisra and around 134 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Bad Bambua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biringajhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biringajhar is 384513. The village covers a total geographical area of 510 hectares and falls under the 770036 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Biringajhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Biramitrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biringajhar
As per Census 2011, Biringajhar village has a total population of 1,214 people, consisting of 591 males and 623 females. The village has 243 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 481 literate and 733 illiterate residents. Additionally, 834 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Biringajhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,214 | 591 | 623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 94 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 834 | 407 | 427 |
| Literate Population | 481 | 299 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 733 | 292 | 441 |
Nearby Villages of Biringajhar
Biringajhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kulenbahal | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Sanbiringajhar | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Chengjharan | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Badabamua | North | 2.84 km |
| Mahipani | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Masurikudar | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Bhalulata | South | 3.18 km |
| Arla | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Sanbambua | North | 4.05 km |
| Udusu | West | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Biringajhar
Biringajhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhalulata, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Raurkela to Biringajhar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Biringajhar is about 134 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biringajhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biringajhar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Biringajhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biringajhar 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Biringajhar
Where is Biringajhar located?
Biringajhar village is located in Bisra Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biringajhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Biringajhar is Bad Bambua.
What is the pincode of Biringajhar?
The pincode of Biringajhar is 770036.
What is the population of Biringajhar?
Biringajhar has a total population of 1,214, including 591 males and 623 females.
How many households are there in Biringajhar?
There are 243 households in Biringajhar.
What is the literacy rate in Biringajhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biringajhar is 39.62%. Male literacy is 50.59% and female literacy is 29.21%.