Baligam - Mandasa, Srikakulam

Baligam is a village situated in the Mandasa mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandasa and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Srikakulam. Baligam village is a designated Grama Panchayat.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Baligam is 580345. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 532243 pincode. Palasa Kasibugga is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.

Baligam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.

Population of Baligam

According to the 2011 Census, Baligam village had a total population of 1,810 people, including 901 males and 909 females, living in 435 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.29%, with male literacy at 83.50% and female literacy at 65.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 439, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Baligam

Baligam is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Baligam

Baligam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mandasa Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 153.2 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palasa Kasibugga to Baligam is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Baligam is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Baligam

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baligam village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Baligam

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baligam village are given below:

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