Balipada - Mahanga, Cuttack
Balipada is a village situated in the Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahanga and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Nahanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balipada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balipada is 399594. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 754207 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Balipada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balipada
As per Census 2011, Balipada village has a total population of 1,300 people, consisting of 682 males and 618 females. The village has 324 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,002 literate and 298 illiterate residents. Additionally, 349 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balipada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,300 | 682 | 618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 69 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 349 | 178 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 1,002 | 544 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 138 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Balipada
Balipada 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 Balipada
Balipada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Balipada is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balipada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balipada 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balipada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balipada 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 Balipada
Where is Balipada located?
Balipada village is located in Mahanga Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balipada?
The Gram Panchayat of Balipada is Nahanga.
What is the pincode of Balipada?
The pincode of Balipada is 754207.
What is the population of Balipada?
Balipada has a total population of 1,300, including 682 males and 618 females.
How many households are there in Balipada?
There are 324 households in Balipada.
What is the literacy rate in Balipada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balipada is 77.08%. Male literacy is 79.77% and female literacy is 74.11%.