Balipata - Reamal, Deogarh
Balipata is a village situated in the Reamal tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Kundheigola and around 65 km from Debagarh. Utunia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balipata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balipata is 383141. The village covers a total geographical area of 131 hectares and falls under the 768109 pincode. Debagarh is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Balipata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balipata
According to the 2011 Census, Balipata village had a total population of 58 people, including 34 males and 24 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 706 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.00%, with male literacy at 93.10% and female literacy at 57.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 54.
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 | 58 | 34 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 32 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 27 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 7 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Balipata
Balipata 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 Balipata
Balipata is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Debagarh to Balipata is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Balipata is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balipata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balipata 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balipata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balipata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balipata
Where is Balipata located?
Balipata village is located in Reamal Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balipata?
The Gram Panchayat of Balipata is Utunia.
What is the pincode of Balipata?
The pincode of Balipata is 768109.
What is the population of Balipata?
Balipata had a total population of 58, including 34 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Balipata?
Balipata had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balipata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balipata was 78.00%. Male literacy was 93.10% and female literacy was 57.14%.