Balimela - Chinturu, Polavaram
Balimela is a village situated in the Chinturu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Chintur and around 165 km from Khammam. Edugurallapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balimela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balimela is 579153. The village covers a total geographical area of 161 hectares and falls under the 533352 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Balimela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balimela
According to the 2011 Census, Balimela village had a total population of 95 people, including 44 males and 51 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,159 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 8.22%, with male literacy at 11.43% and female literacy at 5.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
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 | 95 | 44 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 40 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Balimela
Balimela 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 Balimela
Balimela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palwancha to Balimela is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Balimela is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balimela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balimela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balimela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balimela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balimela
Where is Balimela located?
Balimela village is located in Chinturu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balimela?
The Gram Panchayat of Balimela is Edugurallapalli.
What is the pincode of Balimela?
The pincode of Balimela is 533352.
What is the population of Balimela?
Balimela had a total population of 95, including 44 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Balimela?
Balimela had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balimela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balimela was 8.22%. Male literacy was 11.43% and female literacy was 5.26%.