Balarampur - Jaleswar, Balasore
Balarampur is a village situated in the Jaleswar tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Jaleswar and around 50 km from Baleshwar. Rajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balarampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balarampur is 391512. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 756086 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balarampur
According to the 2011 Census, Balarampur village had a total population of 426 people, including 205 males and 221 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,078 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.10%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 83.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 67, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 426 | 205 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 33 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 171 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 34 | 57 |
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
Balarampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Balarampur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Balarampur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Balarampur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balarampur
Where is Balarampur located?
Balarampur village is located in Jaleswar Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balarampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balarampur is Rajpur.
What is the pincode of Balarampur?
The pincode of Balarampur is 756086.
What is the population of Balarampur?
Balarampur had a total population of 426, including 205 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Balarampur?
Balarampur had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balarampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balarampur was 89.10%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 83.67%.