Balampur - Batouli, Surguja
Balampur is a village situated in the Batouli tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batouli and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Balampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balampur is 433508. The village covers a total geographical area of 237 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Balampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balampur
According to the 2011 Census, Balampur village had a total population of 591 people, including 297 males and 294 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.10%, with male literacy at 66.54% and female literacy at 49.60%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 448.
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 | 591 | 297 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 43 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 448 | 223 | 225 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 169 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 128 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Balampur
Balampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dumarbhawana | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Vishunpur | East | 1.97 km |
| Jajga | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Kapatbahari | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Karabel | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Ratanpur | West | 3.16 km |
| Mangari | North | 3.78 km |
| Telaidhar | East | 3.98 km |
| Poksari | North-West | 4.30 km |
| Maheshpur | North-East | 5.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balampur
Public transport in the Balampur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.3 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 Sitapur to Balampur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Balampur is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balampur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balampur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Balampur
Where is Balampur located?
Balampur village is located in Batouli Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balampur?
Balampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balampur?
The pincode of Balampur is 497101.
What is the population of Balampur?
Balampur had a total population of 591, including 297 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Balampur?
Balampur had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balampur was 58.10%. Male literacy was 66.54% and female literacy was 49.60%.