Balabhadrapur - Khaira, Balasore
Balabhadrapur is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from Khaira and around 58 km from Baleshwar. Govindapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balabhadrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balabhadrapur is 393431. The village covers a total geographical area of 24 hectares and falls under the 756049 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Balabhadrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balabhadrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Balabhadrapur village had a total population of 268 people, including 150 males and 118 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 787 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.84%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 81.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.
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 | 268 | 150 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 53 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 136 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 14 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Balabhadrapur
Balabhadrapur 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 Balabhadrapur
Balabhadrapur 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 >10 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 Soro to Balabhadrapur is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Balabhadrapur is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balabhadrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balabhadrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Balabhadrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balabhadrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balabhadrapur
Where is Balabhadrapur located?
Balabhadrapur village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balabhadrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balabhadrapur is Govindapur.
What is the pincode of Balabhadrapur?
The pincode of Balabhadrapur is 756049.
What is the population of Balabhadrapur?
Balabhadrapur had a total population of 268, including 150 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Balabhadrapur?
Balabhadrapur had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balabhadrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balabhadrapur was 88.84%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 81.31%.