Bahabal - Belpara, Balangir
Bahabal is a village situated in the Belpara tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belpara and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Bahabal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahabal is 420993. The village covers a total geographical area of 616 hectares and falls under the 767026 pincode. Kantabanji is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Bahabal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahabal
As per Census 2011, Bahabal village has a total population of 1,262 people, consisting of 623 males and 639 females. The village has 326 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 761 literate and 501 illiterate residents. Additionally, 176 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 427 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bahabal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,262 | 623 | 639 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 82 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 83 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 427 | 205 | 222 |
| Literate Population | 761 | 437 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 501 | 186 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Bahabal
Bahabal 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 Bahabal
Bahabal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Bahabal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kantabanji to Bahabal is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Bahabal is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahabal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahabal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bahabal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahabal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bahabal
Where is Bahabal located?
Bahabal village is located in Belpara Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahabal?
Bahabal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bahabal?
The pincode of Bahabal is 767026.
What is the population of Bahabal?
Bahabal has a total population of 1,262, including 623 males and 639 females.
How many households are there in Bahabal?
There are 326 households in Bahabal.
What is the literacy rate in Bahabal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahabal is 60.30%. Male literacy is 70.14% and female literacy is 50.70%.