Balamtumba - Kantamal, Boudh
Balamtumba is a village situated in the Kantamal tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Kantamal and around 82 km from Baudh. Lambasari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balamtumba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balamtumba is 417735. The village covers a total geographical area of 103 hectares and falls under the 762030 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Balamtumba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantamal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balamtumba
As per Census 2011, Balamtumba village has a total population of 256 people, consisting of 131 males and 125 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 130 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 90 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balamtumba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 256 | 131 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 52 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 86 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 45 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Balamtumba
Balamtumba 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 Balamtumba
Public transport in the Balamtumba 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Balamtumba is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Balamtumba is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balamtumba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balamtumba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Balamtumba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balamtumba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balamtumba
Where is Balamtumba located?
Balamtumba village is located in Kantamal Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balamtumba?
The Gram Panchayat of Balamtumba is Lambasari.
What is the pincode of Balamtumba?
The pincode of Balamtumba is 762030.
What is the population of Balamtumba?
Balamtumba has a total population of 256, including 131 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Balamtumba?
There are 64 households in Balamtumba.
What is the literacy rate in Balamtumba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balamtumba is 50.78%. Male literacy is 65.65% and female literacy is 35.20%.