Bhalukona - Saraipali, Mahasamund
Bhalukona is a village situated in the Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraipali and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Rajadih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhalukona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhalukona is 445928. The village covers a total geographical area of 305.51 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Bhalukona 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 Bhalukona
According to the 2011 Census, Bhalukona village had a total population of 481 people, including 237 males and 244 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.31%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 55.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 197.
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 | 481 | 237 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 197 | 103 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 174 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 63 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Bhalukona
Bhalukona 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 Bhalukona
Bhalukona is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Bhalukona is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Bhalukona is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhalukona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhalukona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhalukona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhalukona 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 Bhalukona
Where is Bhalukona located?
Bhalukona village is located in Saraipali Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhalukona?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhalukona is Rajadih.
What is the pincode of Bhalukona?
The pincode of Bhalukona is 493558.
What is the population of Bhalukona?
Bhalukona had a total population of 481, including 237 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Bhalukona?
Bhalukona had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhalukona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhalukona was 70.31%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 55.96%.