Bahalia - Bhograi, Balasore
Bahalia is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Bhograi and around 75 km from Baleshwar. Jalsoharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahalia is 391699. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 756039 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bahalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahalia
As per Census 2011, Bahalia village has a total population of 421 people, consisting of 227 males and 194 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 340 literate and 81 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bahalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 421 | 227 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 340 | 195 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 32 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Bahalia
Bahalia 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 Bahalia
Public transport in the Bahalia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bahalia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Jaleswar to Bahalia is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Bahalia is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahalia 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bahalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahalia 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 Bahalia
Where is Bahalia located?
Bahalia village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahalia is Jalsoharia.
What is the pincode of Bahalia?
The pincode of Bahalia is 756039.
What is the population of Bahalia?
Bahalia has a total population of 421, including 227 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Bahalia?
There are 98 households in Bahalia.
What is the literacy rate in Bahalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahalia is 80.76%. Male literacy is 85.90% and female literacy is 74.74%.