Balsi - Saraipali, Mahasamund
Balsi is a village situated in the Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraipali and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Balsi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balsi is 445897. The village covers a total geographical area of 587.76 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Balsi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraipali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balsi
As per Census 2011, Balsi village has a total population of 2,082 people, consisting of 1,003 males and 1,079 females. The village has 497 households and a sex ratio of 1,075 females per 1,000 males. There are 260 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,290 literate and 792 illiterate residents. Additionally, 833 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 208 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balsi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,082 | 1,003 | 1,079 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 125 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 833 | 407 | 426 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 208 | 97 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 1,290 | 713 | 577 |
| Illiterate Population | 792 | 290 | 502 |
Nearby Villages of Balsi
Balsi 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhikhapali | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Bagaijor | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Baidpali | East | 2.83 km |
| Lukapara | West | 2.96 km |
| Harratar | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Barihapali | West | 3.01 km |
| Kendudhar | North | 3.05 km |
| Kokadi | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Pretandih | North-West | 3.65 km |
| Parsada | South-West | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balsi
Public transport in the Balsi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barpali, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Saraipali to Balsi is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Balsi is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balsi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balsi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balsi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balsi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balsi
Where is Balsi located?
Balsi village is located in Saraipali Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balsi?
Balsi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balsi?
The pincode of Balsi is 493558.
What is the population of Balsi?
Balsi has a total population of 2,082, including 1,003 males and 1,079 females.
How many households are there in Balsi?
There are 497 households in Balsi.
What is the literacy rate in Balsi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balsi is 61.96%. Male literacy is 71.09% and female literacy is 53.48%.