Birkera
Birkera is a village located in Bisra tehsil of Sundargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Bisra (tehsildar office) and 116km away from district headquarter Sundargarh. As per 2009 stats, Kapatmunda is the gram panchayat of Birkera village.
Here you can discover what makes Birkera unique in its vibrant Bisra-Sundargarh region. You’ll see Birkera’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Birkera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Birkera is 384545. The village spans a total geographical area of 573 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 770036. Raurkela is nearest town to Birkera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Birkera village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Biramitrapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Birkera
Population of Birkera
According to the 2011 Census, Birkera has a total population of about 1,255, with approximately 631 males and 624 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 196 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 17 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 907. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.28%, with male literacy at about 65.61% and female literacy near 52.88%. There are around 267 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Birkera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,255 | 631 | 624 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 100 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 907 | 455 | 452 |
| Literate Population | 744 | 414 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 511 | 217 | 294 |
Connectivity of Birkera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Birkera. As per the 2011 stats, Birkera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Birkera
Knowing the nearby villages of Birkera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Birkera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Birkera
- Where is Birkera located?
- Birkera village is situated in Bisra Tehsil, within the Sundargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Birkera?
- The Gram Panchayat of Birkera is Kapatmunda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Birkera?
- The pincode of Birkera is 770036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Birkera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Birkera is 1,255, with 631 males and 624 females.
- How many households are there in Birkera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Birkera village has a total of 267 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Birkera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Birkera is 59.28%. The male literacy rate is 65.61%, while the female literacy rate is 52.88%.