Bilabakia - Soro, Balasore
Bilabakia is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Soro and around 43 km from Baleshwar. Natapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bilabakia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilabakia is 393743. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Bilabakia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bilabakia
According to the 2011 Census, Bilabakia village had a total population of 244 people, including 123 males and 121 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.09%, with male literacy at 98.23% and female literacy at 81.65%.
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 | 244 | 123 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 111 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 12 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Bilabakia
Bilabakia 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 Bilabakia
Bilabakia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Bilabakia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Bilabakia is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Bilabakia is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bilabakia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilabakia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bilabakia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilabakia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bilabakia
Where is Bilabakia located?
Bilabakia village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bilabakia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bilabakia is Natapada.
What is the pincode of Bilabakia?
The pincode of Bilabakia is 756045.
What is the population of Bilabakia?
Bilabakia had a total population of 244, including 123 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Bilabakia?
Bilabakia had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bilabakia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilabakia was 90.09%. Male literacy was 98.23% and female literacy was 81.65%.