Balarampur - Basudevpur, Bhadrak
Balarampur is a village situated in the Basudevpur tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Naikanidihi and around 62 km from Bhadrak. Naikanidihi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balarampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balarampur is 395063. The village covers a total geographical area of 307 hectares and falls under the 756164 pincode. Basudebpur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Balarampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basudevpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balarampur
As per Census 2011, Balarampur village has a total population of 2,098 people, consisting of 1,050 males and 1,048 females. The village has 360 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 309 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,071 literate and 1,027 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,044 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balarampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,098 | 1,050 | 1,048 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 152 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,044 | 523 | 521 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,071 | 615 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,027 | 435 | 592 |
Nearby Villages of Balarampur
Balarampur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gokulpur | North | 1.48 km |
| Tulasibatia | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Routarapur | East | 1.62 km |
| Purastampur | West | 1.69 km |
| Naikanidihi | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Mallikadeipur | North | 2.15 km |
| Baghakolha | South-East | 2.32 km |
| Sendhagara | South | 2.43 km |
| Rahimpur | West | 2.56 km |
| Chhenakhia | East | 2.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balarampur
Balarampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranital, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basudebpur to Balarampur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Balarampur is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balarampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balarampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Balarampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balarampur 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 Balarampur
Where is Balarampur located?
Balarampur village is located in Basudevpur Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balarampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balarampur is Naikanidihi.
What is the pincode of Balarampur?
The pincode of Balarampur is 756164.
What is the population of Balarampur?
Balarampur has a total population of 2,098, including 1,050 males and 1,048 females.
How many households are there in Balarampur?
There are 360 households in Balarampur.
What is the literacy rate in Balarampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balarampur is 51.05%. Male literacy is 58.57% and female literacy is 43.51%.