Birikera
Birikera is a village located in Brahmani Tarang tehsil of Sundargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Brahmani Tarang (tehsildar office) and 122km away from district headquarter Sundargarh. As per 2009 stats, Birkera is the gram panchayat of Birikera village.
Birikera has its own place in the vibrant Sundargarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Birikera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Birikera is 384590. The village spans a total geographical area of 849 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 770037. Raurkela is nearest town to Birikera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Birikera 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 Rajgangpur 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 Birikera
Population of Birikera
Below is a concise population overview of Birikera as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,840 | 1,696 | 2,144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 418 | 213 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 64 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,349 | 1,456 | 1,893 |
| Literate Population | 2,550 | 1,174 | 1,376 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,290 | 522 | 768 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Birikera village:
- The total population of Birikera village is around 3,840, including approximately 1,696 males and 2,144 females, with a sex ratio of 1264 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 418 children aged 0–6 years in Birikera village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Birikera village has 140 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3,349 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Birikera village is about 66.41%, with male literacy at 69.22% and female literacy at 64.18%.
- There are around 757 households in Birikera village.
Connectivity of Birikera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Birikera. As per the 2011 stats, Birikera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Birikera
Knowing the nearby villages of Birikera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Birikera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Birikera
- Where is Birikera located?
- Birikera village is situated in Brahmani Tarang Tehsil, within the Sundargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Birikera?
- The Gram Panchayat of Birikera is Birkera (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Birikera?
- The pincode of Birikera is 770037, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Birikera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Birikera is 3,840, with 1,696 males and 2,144 females.
- How many households are there in Birikera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Birikera village has a total of 757 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Birikera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Birikera is 66.41%. The male literacy rate is 69.22%, while the female literacy rate is 64.18%.