Bhalutal - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Bhalutal is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Bhainatora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhalutal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhalutal is 380784. The village covers a total geographical area of 164 hectares and falls under the 768045 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bhalutal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhalutal
According to the 2011 Census, Bhalutal village had a total population of 401 people, including 219 males and 182 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 831 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.25%, with male literacy at 80.93% and female literacy at 57.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 222.
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 | 401 | 219 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 222 | 130 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 157 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 62 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Bhalutal
Bhalutal 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 Bhalutal
Bhalutal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Bargarh to Bhalutal is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhalutal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhalutal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhalutal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhalutal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhalutal
Where is Bhalutal located?
Bhalutal village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhalutal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhalutal is Bhainatora.
What is the pincode of Bhalutal?
The pincode of Bhalutal is 768045.
What is the population of Bhalutal?
Bhalutal had a total population of 401, including 219 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Bhalutal?
Bhalutal had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhalutal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhalutal was 70.25%. Male literacy was 80.93% and female literacy was 57.23%.