Ballighai - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Ballighai is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Nuagaon and around 75 km from Chatrapur. Khamarigam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ballighai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ballighai is 412926. The village covers a total geographical area of 112 hectares and falls under the 761007 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ballighai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ballighai
As per Census 2011, Ballighai village has a total population of 424 people, consisting of 219 males and 205 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 209 literate and 215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ballighai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 424 | 219 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 42 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 49 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 132 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 87 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Ballighai
Ballighai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gunduriguda | South | 0.99 km |
| Golanda | North | 1.26 km |
| Sebakatikarapada | North-West | 1.34 km |
| Burudanga | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Gobarabalasa | West | 2.00 km |
| Manidhia | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Buripadar | North | 2.48 km |
| Pentha | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Damodarapur | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Baritala | West | 2.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ballighai
Ballighai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Surla Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 128.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Digapahandi to Ballighai is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Ballighai is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ballighai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ballighai 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ballighai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ballighai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ballighai
Where is Ballighai located?
Ballighai village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ballighai?
The Gram Panchayat of Ballighai is Khamarigam.
What is the pincode of Ballighai?
The pincode of Ballighai is 761007.
What is the population of Ballighai?
Ballighai has a total population of 424, including 219 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Ballighai?
There are 97 households in Ballighai.
What is the literacy rate in Ballighai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ballighai is 49.29%. Male literacy is 60.27% and female literacy is 37.56%.