Balibo(Kha) - Bhuban, Dhenkanal
Balibo(Kha) is a village situated in the Bhuban tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhuban and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Balibo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balibo(Kha) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balibo(Kha) is 402569. The village covers a total geographical area of 225 hectares and falls under the 759017 pincode. Bhuban is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Balibo(Kha) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Balibo(Kha)
Balibo(Kha) is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kesharpur | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Kankhai | West | 1.80 km |
| Balibo(l) | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Pubal | North | 2.09 km |
| Garudabandi | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Dadhisinga | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Gamargola | West | 3.07 km |
| Kumarda | West | 3.10 km |
| Ranjeila | West | 3.33 km |
| Kanchichua | North | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balibo(Kha)
Public transport in the Balibo(Kha) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sukinda Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhuban to Balibo(Kha) is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Balibo(Kha) is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balibo(Kha)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balibo(Kha) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balibo(Kha)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balibo(Kha) 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balibo(Kha)
Where is Balibo(Kha) located?
Balibo(Kha) village is located in Bhuban Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balibo(Kha)?
The Gram Panchayat of Balibo(Kha) is Balibo.
What is the pincode of Balibo(Kha)?
The pincode of Balibo(Kha) is 759017.