Barapali - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Barapali is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Duduka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barapali is 383512. The village covers a total geographical area of 1117 hectares and falls under the 770076 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Barapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundargarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Barapali
According to the 2011 Census, Barapali village had a total population of 1,563 people, including 787 males and 776 females, living in 357 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.62%, with male literacy at 83.19% and female literacy at 59.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 287, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 672.
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 | 1,563 | 787 | 776 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 109 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 287 | 145 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 672 | 334 | 338 |
| Literate Population | 964 | 564 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 599 | 223 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Barapali
Barapali is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Barapali
Public transport in the Barapali is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Barapali is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Barapali is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barapali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barapali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barapali
Where is Barapali located?
Barapali village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Barapali is Duduka.
What is the pincode of Barapali?
The pincode of Barapali is 770076.
What is the population of Barapali?
Barapali had a total population of 1,563, including 787 males and 776 females.
How many households are there in Barapali?
Barapali had 357 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barapali was 71.62%. Male literacy was 83.19% and female literacy was 59.88%.