Barlabahali - Bangomunda, Balangir
Barlabahali is a village situated in the Bangomunda tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bangomunda and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Baldha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barlabahali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barlabahali is 421334. The village covers a total geographical area of 174 hectares and falls under the 767040 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Barlabahali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantabanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barlabahali
As per Census 2011, Barlabahali village has a total population of 331 people, consisting of 173 males and 158 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 196 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barlabahali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 331 | 173 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 26 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 66 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 127 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 46 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Barlabahali
Barlabahali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baladha | North-East | 1.24 km |
| Saragadi | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Risigaon | South | 2.41 km |
| Sanmula | North | 2.78 km |
| Junen | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Lachhipur | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Asurla | East | 3.43 km |
| Tukula | South-East | 3.51 km |
| Badadohel | South-West | 3.60 km |
| Mahura | North-East | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barlabahali
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Barlabahali. The nearest railway station is Kantabanji, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Barlabahali is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Barlabahali is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barlabahali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barlabahali 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barlabahali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barlabahali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barlabahali
Where is Barlabahali located?
Barlabahali village is located in Bangomunda Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barlabahali?
The Gram Panchayat of Barlabahali is Baldha.
What is the pincode of Barlabahali?
The pincode of Barlabahali is 767040.
What is the population of Barlabahali?
Barlabahali has a total population of 331, including 173 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Barlabahali?
There are 83 households in Barlabahali.
What is the literacy rate in Barlabahali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barlabahali is 59.21%. Male literacy is 73.41% and female literacy is 43.67%.