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
As per Census 2011, Barapali village has a total population of 1,563 people, consisting of 787 males and 776 females. The village has 357 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 217 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 964 literate and 599 illiterate residents. Additionally, 287 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 672 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barapali are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,563, including 787 males and 776 females.
How many households are there in Barapali?
There are 357 households in Barapali.
What is the literacy rate in Barapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barapali is 61.68%. Male literacy is 71.66% and female literacy is 51.55%.