Birkera - Bisra, Sundargarh
Birkera is a village situated in the Bisra tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bisra and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kapatmunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birkera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birkera is 384545. The village covers a total geographical area of 573 hectares and falls under the 770036 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Birkera 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 Birkera
As per Census 2011, Birkera village has a total population of 1,255 people, consisting of 631 males and 624 females. The village has 267 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 744 literate and 511 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 907 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birkera are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Birkera
Birkera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gudgudjore | North | 2.27 km |
| Kapatmunda | North | 2.59 km |
| Sanpokhari | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Budeljore | North-East | 3.61 km |
| Kukuda | North-West | 3.75 km |
| Dudurta | North-East | 3.80 km |
| Hariharpur | East | 3.91 km |
| Santoshpur | North | 4.52 km |
| Mundajore | South-West | 4.70 km |
| Badramloi | East | 4.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Birkera
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Birkera. The nearest railway station is A-cabin Bondamunda, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Birkera is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Birkera is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birkera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birkera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Birkera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birkera 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Birkera
Where is Birkera located?
Birkera village is located in Bisra Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birkera?
The Gram Panchayat of Birkera is Kapatmunda.
What is the pincode of Birkera?
The pincode of Birkera is 770036.
What is the population of Birkera?
Birkera has a total population of 1,255, including 631 males and 624 females.
How many households are there in Birkera?
There are 267 households in Birkera.
What is the literacy rate in Birkera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birkera is 59.28%. Male literacy is 65.61% and female literacy is 52.88%.