Balarampur - Bahanaga, Balasore
Balarampur is a village situated in the Bahanaga tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Soro and around 85 km from Baleshwar. Baripada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balarampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balarampur is 393928. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 756044 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Balarampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balarampur
According to the 2011 Census, Balarampur village had a total population of 713 people, including 365 males and 348 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.38%, with male literacy at 85.85% and female literacy at 67.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 359.
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 | 713 | 365 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 40 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 185 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 472 | 279 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 86 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Balarampur
Balarampur 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 Balarampur
Public transport in the Balarampur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Balarampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Balarampur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Balarampur 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 Balarampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balarampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balarampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balarampur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balarampur
Where is Balarampur located?
Balarampur village is located in Bahanaga Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balarampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balarampur is Baripada.
What is the pincode of Balarampur?
The pincode of Balarampur is 756044.
What is the population of Balarampur?
Balarampur had a total population of 713, including 365 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Balarampur?
Balarampur had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balarampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balarampur was 77.38%. Male literacy was 85.85% and female literacy was 67.72%.