Baliora - Nilagiri, Balasore
Baliora is a village situated in the Nilagiri tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from Nilagiri and around 26 km from Baleshwar. Baunsabania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baliora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baliora is 393190. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 756040 pincode. Nilagiri is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Baliora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baliora
As per Census 2011, Baliora village has a total population of 396 people, consisting of 193 males and 203 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 305 literate and 91 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baliora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 396 | 193 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 18 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 305 | 158 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 35 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Baliora
Baliora 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 Baliora
Baliora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Nilagiri to Baliora is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Baliora is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baliora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baliora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Baliora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baliora 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 Baliora
Where is Baliora located?
Baliora village is located in Nilagiri Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baliora?
The Gram Panchayat of Baliora is Baunsabania.
What is the pincode of Baliora?
The pincode of Baliora is 756040.
What is the population of Baliora?
Baliora has a total population of 396, including 193 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Baliora?
There are 85 households in Baliora.
What is the literacy rate in Baliora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baliora is 77.02%. Male literacy is 81.87% and female literacy is 72.41%.