Balikiari - Narsinghpur, Cuttack
Balikiari is a village situated in the Narsinghpur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Narasinghpur and around 150 km from Cuttack. Chakamunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balikiari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balikiari is 398473. The village covers a total geographical area of 188 hectares and falls under the 754032 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Balikiari 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 Balikiari
According to the 2011 Census, Balikiari village had a total population of 355 people, including 168 males and 187 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,113 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.18%, with male literacy at 87.32% and female literacy at 53.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 94.
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 | 355 | 168 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 46 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 124 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 44 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Balikiari
Balikiari 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 Balikiari
Balikiari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Balikiari is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Balikiari is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balikiari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balikiari 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 Balikiari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balikiari 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Balikiari
Where is Balikiari located?
Balikiari village is located in Narsinghpur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balikiari?
The Gram Panchayat of Balikiari is Chakamunda.
What is the pincode of Balikiari?
The pincode of Balikiari is 754032.
What is the population of Balikiari?
Balikiari had a total population of 355, including 168 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Balikiari?
Balikiari had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balikiari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balikiari was 69.18%. Male literacy was 87.32% and female literacy was 53.37%.