Baharda - Bhograi, Balasore
Baharda is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from Kamarda and around 84 km from Baleshwar. Durpal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baharda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baharda is 391872. The village covers a total geographical area of 269 hectares and falls under the 756035 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Baharda 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 Baharda
As per Census 2011, Baharda village has a total population of 1,916 people, consisting of 1,021 males and 895 females. The village has 454 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,548 literate and 368 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baharda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,916 | 1,021 | 895 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 118 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 52 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,548 | 865 | 683 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 156 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Baharda
Baharda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Durpal | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Atakalia | North | 1.68 km |
| Jaladha | West | 1.73 km |
| Chakgujadiha | South | 1.88 km |
| Kiarda | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Nachinda | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Badamandaruni | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Purusattampur | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Rautmandaruni | North | 2.52 km |
| Mahamadpur | West | 2.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Baharda
Baharda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jaleswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Baharda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Baharda is about 84 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 Baharda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baharda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baharda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baharda 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Baharda
Where is Baharda located?
Baharda village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baharda?
The Gram Panchayat of Baharda is Durpal.
What is the pincode of Baharda?
The pincode of Baharda is 756035.
What is the population of Baharda?
Baharda has a total population of 1,916, including 1,021 males and 895 females.
How many households are there in Baharda?
There are 454 households in Baharda.
What is the literacy rate in Baharda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baharda is 80.79%. Male literacy is 84.72% and female literacy is 76.31%.