Balharpur - Bhograi, Balasore
Balharpur is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Bhograi and around 80 km from Baleshwar. Dehurda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balharpur is 391625. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 756036 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Balharpur 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 Balharpur
As per Census 2011, Balharpur village has a total population of 494 people, consisting of 270 males and 224 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 829 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 421 literate and 73 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balharpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 494 | 270 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 421 | 241 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 29 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Balharpur
Balharpur 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 Balharpur
Balharpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jaleswar to Balharpur is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Balharpur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balharpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balharpur 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 Balharpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balharpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Balharpur
Where is Balharpur located?
Balharpur village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balharpur is Dehurda.
What is the pincode of Balharpur?
The pincode of Balharpur is 756036.
What is the population of Balharpur?
Balharpur has a total population of 494, including 270 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Balharpur?
There are 119 households in Balharpur.
What is the literacy rate in Balharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balharpur is 85.22%. Male literacy is 89.26% and female literacy is 80.36%.