Niljibahal - Patnagarh, Balangir
Niljibahal is a village situated in the Patnagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patnagarh and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Salepali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Niljibahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Niljibahal is 420681. The village covers a total geographical area of 255 hectares and falls under the 767025 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Niljibahal 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 Niljibahal
According to the 2011 Census, Niljibahal village had a total population of 365 people, including 177 males and 188 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 1,062 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.10%, with male literacy at 76.43% and female literacy at 55.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 182.
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 | 365 | 177 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 37 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 92 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 107 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 70 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Niljibahal
Niljibahal 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 Niljibahal
Niljibahal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patnagarh to Niljibahal is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Niljibahal is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Niljibahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Niljibahal 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Niljibahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Niljibahal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Niljibahal
Where is Niljibahal located?
Niljibahal village is located in Patnagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Niljibahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Niljibahal is Salepali.
What is the pincode of Niljibahal?
The pincode of Niljibahal is 767025.
What is the population of Niljibahal?
Niljibahal had a total population of 365, including 177 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Niljibahal?
Niljibahal had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Niljibahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Niljibahal was 65.10%. Male literacy was 76.43% and female literacy was 55.06%.