Bolang - Baliapal, Balasore
Bolang is a village situated in the Baliapal tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Singla and around 65 km from Baleshwar. Balang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bolang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bolang is 392288. The village covers a total geographical area of 463 hectares and falls under the 756024 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Bolang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bolang
As per Census 2011, Bolang village has a total population of 5,055 people, consisting of 2,584 males and 2,471 females. The village has 1,055 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 715 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,576 literate and 1,479 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,805 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 183 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bolang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,055 | 2,584 | 2,471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 715 | 374 | 341 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,805 | 910 | 895 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 183 | 101 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 3,576 | 1,996 | 1,580 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,479 | 588 | 891 |
Nearby Villages of Bolang
Bolang 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 Bolang
Bolang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Baleshwar to Bolang is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Bolang is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bolang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bolang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bolang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bolang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bolang
Where is Bolang located?
Bolang village is located in Baliapal Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bolang?
The Gram Panchayat of Bolang is Balang.
What is the pincode of Bolang?
The pincode of Bolang is 756024.
What is the population of Bolang?
Bolang has a total population of 5,055, including 2,584 males and 2,471 females.
How many households are there in Bolang?
There are 1,055 households in Bolang.
What is the literacy rate in Bolang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bolang is 70.74%. Male literacy is 77.24% and female literacy is 63.94%.