Balisahi - Narsinghpur, Cuttack
Balisahi is a village situated in the Narsinghpur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from Narasinghpur and around 130 km from Cuttack. Balasahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balisahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balisahi is 398482. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 754032 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Balisahi 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 Balisahi
According to the 2011 Census, Balisahi village had a total population of 635 people, including 349 males and 286 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 819 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 91.90% and female literacy at 77.87%.
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 | 635 | 349 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 492 | 295 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 54 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Balisahi
Balisahi 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 Balisahi
Balisahi 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 5-10 km |
| 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 Balisahi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Balisahi is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balisahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balisahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balisahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balisahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balisahi
Where is Balisahi located?
Balisahi village is located in Narsinghpur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balisahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Balisahi is Balasahi.
What is the pincode of Balisahi?
The pincode of Balisahi is 754032.
What is the population of Balisahi?
Balisahi had a total population of 635, including 349 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Balisahi?
Balisahi had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balisahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balisahi was 85.71%. Male literacy was 91.90% and female literacy was 77.87%.