Balichauria - Remuna, Balasore
Balichauria is a village situated in the Remuna tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Baleshwar Sadar and around 20 km from Baleshwar. Inchudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balichauria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balichauria is 392881. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 756021 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Balichauria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Remuna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balichauria
As per Census 2011, Balichauria village has a total population of 373 people, consisting of 193 males and 180 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 268 literate and 105 illiterate residents. Additionally, 210 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balichauria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 373 | 193 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 111 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 268 | 150 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 43 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Balichauria
Balichauria 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 Balichauria
Balichauria 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Balichauria is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Balichauria is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balichauria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balichauria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Balichauria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balichauria 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Balichauria
Where is Balichauria located?
Balichauria village is located in Remuna Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balichauria?
The Gram Panchayat of Balichauria is Inchudi.
What is the pincode of Balichauria?
The pincode of Balichauria is 756021.
What is the population of Balichauria?
Balichauria has a total population of 373, including 193 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Balichauria?
There are 96 households in Balichauria.
What is the literacy rate in Balichauria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balichauria is 71.85%. Male literacy is 77.72% and female literacy is 65.56%.