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
As per Census 2011, Balabhadrapur village has a total population of 268 people, consisting of 150 males and 118 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 786 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 223 literate and 45 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balabhadrapur are given below:
| 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 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 268, including 150 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Balabhadrapur?
There are 56 households in Balabhadrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Balabhadrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balabhadrapur is 83.21%. Male literacy is 90.67% and female literacy is 73.73%.