Balijharipatana - Narsinghpur, Cuttack
Balijharipatana is a village situated in the Narsinghpur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from Kanpur and around 120 km from Cuttack. Balijhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balijharipatana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balijharipatana is 398633. The village covers a total geographical area of 10 hectares and falls under the 754037 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Balijharipatana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baramba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balijharipatana
As per Census 2011, Balijharipatana village has a total population of 1,440 people, consisting of 751 males and 689 females. The village has 341 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,102 literate and 338 illiterate residents. Additionally, 283 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balijharipatana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,440 | 751 | 689 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 81 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 | 150 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 1,102 | 628 | 474 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 123 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Balijharipatana
Balijharipatana 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 Balijharipatana
Balijharipatana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jagatsinghapur to Balijharipatana is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Balijharipatana is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balijharipatana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balijharipatana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Balijharipatana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balijharipatana 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 Balijharipatana
Where is Balijharipatana located?
Balijharipatana village is located in Narsinghpur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balijharipatana?
The Gram Panchayat of Balijharipatana is Balijhari.
What is the pincode of Balijharipatana?
The pincode of Balijharipatana is 754037.
What is the population of Balijharipatana?
Balijharipatana has a total population of 1,440, including 751 males and 689 females.
How many households are there in Balijharipatana?
There are 341 households in Balijharipatana.
What is the literacy rate in Balijharipatana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balijharipatana is 76.53%. Male literacy is 83.62% and female literacy is 68.80%.