Biriya - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Biriya is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Biriya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biriya is 056220. The village covers a total geographical area of 309.11 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Biriya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biriya
According to the 2011 Census, Biriya village had a total population of 1,643 people, including 778 males and 865 females, living in 330 households. The sex ratio was 1,112 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.48%, with male literacy at 85.44% and female literacy at 66.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 794.
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 | 1,643 | 778 | 865 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 98 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 794 | 378 | 416 |
| Literate Population | 1,096 | 581 | 515 |
| Illiterate Population | 547 | 197 | 350 |
Nearby Villages of Biriya
Biriya 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 Biriya
Biriya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Biriya.
| 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 Khatima to Biriya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Biriya is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biriya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Biriya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biriya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Biriya
Where is Biriya located?
Biriya village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biriya?
Biriya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Biriya?
The pincode of Biriya is 262308.
What is the population of Biriya?
Biriya had a total population of 1,643, including 778 males and 865 females.
How many households are there in Biriya?
Biriya had 330 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biriya was 75.48%. Male literacy was 85.44% and female literacy was 66.71%.