Balipada - Bhuban, Dhenkanal
Balipada is a village situated in the Bhuban tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhuban and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Dayanabili serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balipada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balipada is 402551. The village covers a total geographical area of 182 hectares and falls under the 759024 pincode. Bhuban is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Balipada 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.
Population of Balipada
According to the 2011 Census, Balipada village had a total population of 22 people, including 9 males and 13 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 1,444 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 100.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 100.00%.
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 | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 0 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Balipada
Balipada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palasapithia | South-East | 1.05 km |
| Dayanabili | South-West | 1.21 km |
| Mathanuagan | West | 1.62 km |
| Maluagoda | North | 1.69 km |
| Basudeipur | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Kansaragoda | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Baruan | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Mahapatia | West | 2.21 km |
| Garhnrusinghaprasad | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Hariamaru | North-West | 2.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balipada
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Balipada. The nearest railway station is Baghuapal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhuban to Balipada is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Balipada 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 Balipada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balipada 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 Balipada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balipada 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 Balipada
Where is Balipada located?
Balipada village is located in Bhuban Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balipada?
The Gram Panchayat of Balipada is Dayanabili.
What is the pincode of Balipada?
The pincode of Balipada is 759024.
What is the population of Balipada?
Balipada had a total population of 22, including 9 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Balipada?
Balipada had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balipada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balipada was 100.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 100.00%.