Baharda - Balasore
Baharda is a village situated in the Balasore tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Baleshwar Sadar and around 15 km from Baleshwar. Gopinathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baharda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baharda is 392723. The village covers a total geographical area of 299 hectares and falls under the 756025 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Baharda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balasore Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Baharda
As per Census 2011, Baharda village has a total population of 869 people, consisting of 441 males and 428 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 551 literate and 318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 374 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baharda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 869 | 441 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 51 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 374 | 184 | 190 |
| Literate Population | 551 | 324 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 117 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Baharda
Baharda 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 Baharda
Baharda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Baharda is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Baharda is about 15 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 Baharda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baharda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Baharda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baharda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baharda
Where is Baharda located?
Baharda village is located in Balasore Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baharda?
The Gram Panchayat of Baharda is Gopinathpur.
What is the pincode of Baharda?
The pincode of Baharda is 756025.
What is the population of Baharda?
Baharda has a total population of 869, including 441 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Baharda?
There are 204 households in Baharda.
What is the literacy rate in Baharda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baharda is 63.41%. Male literacy is 73.47% and female literacy is 53.04%.