Balpur - Sarsiwa, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh
Balpur is a village situated in the Sarsiwa tehsil of Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from Bilaigarh and around 206 km from Raipur. Balpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balpur is 444356. The village covers a total geographical area of 761.27 hectares and falls under the 493559 pincode. Bhatgaon is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Balpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balpur
As per Census 2011, Balpur village has a total population of 2,929 people, consisting of 1,443 males and 1,486 females. The village has 687 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 377 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,576 literate and 1,353 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,351 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,929 | 1,443 | 1,486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 377 | 192 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,351 | 661 | 690 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,576 | 902 | 674 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,353 | 541 | 812 |
Nearby Villages of Balpur
Balpur 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 Balpur
Balpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >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 Bhatgaon to Balpur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Balpur is about 206 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balpur
Where is Balpur located?
Balpur village is located in Sarsiwa Tehsil, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balpur?
Balpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balpur?
The pincode of Balpur is 493559.
What is the population of Balpur?
Balpur has a total population of 2,929, including 1,443 males and 1,486 females.
How many households are there in Balpur?
There are 687 households in Balpur.
What is the literacy rate in Balpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balpur is 53.81%. Male literacy is 62.51% and female literacy is 45.36%.