Bhlubahali - Belpara, Balangir
Bhlubahali is a village situated in the Belpara tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belpara and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Pandrijore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhlubahali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhlubahali is 420992. The village covers a total geographical area of 204 hectares and falls under the 767026 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Bhlubahali 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 Bhlubahali
As per Census 2011, Bhlubahali village has a total population of 606 people, consisting of 299 males and 307 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 251 literate and 355 illiterate residents. Additionally, 138 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 314 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhlubahali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 606 | 299 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 54 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 70 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 314 | 146 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 159 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 140 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Bhlubahali
Bhlubahali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahabal | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Khairmal | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Mundapala | South | 2.30 km |
| Pandrijor | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Dakara | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Muribahal | West | 3.13 km |
| Gidhmal | South | 3.49 km |
| Suanbahal | West | 3.57 km |
| Katapali | North-East | 4.04 km |
| Semelpali | North | 4.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhlubahali
Bhlubahali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kantabanji, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patnagarh to Bhlubahali is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Bhlubahali is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhlubahali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhlubahali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhlubahali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhlubahali 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bhlubahali
Where is Bhlubahali located?
Bhlubahali village is located in Belpara Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhlubahali?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhlubahali is Pandrijore.
What is the pincode of Bhlubahali?
The pincode of Bhlubahali is 767026.
What is the population of Bhlubahali?
Bhlubahali has a total population of 606, including 299 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Bhlubahali?
There are 141 households in Bhlubahali.
What is the literacy rate in Bhlubahali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhlubahali is 41.42%. Male literacy is 53.18% and female literacy is 29.97%.