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
According to the 2011 Census, Balijharipatana village had a total population of 1,440 people, including 751 males and 689 females, living in 341 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.83%, with male literacy at 93.73% and female literacy at 77.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 283.
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 | 1,440 | 751 | 689 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 81 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 | 150 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,440, including 751 males and 689 females.
How many households are there in Balijharipatana?
Balijharipatana had 341 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balijharipatana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balijharipatana was 85.83%. Male literacy was 93.73% and female literacy was 77.20%.