Baulia - Patrapur, Ganjam
Baulia is a village situated in the Patrapur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 64 km from Jarada and around 84 km from Chatrapur. Turubudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baulia is 413121. The village covers a total geographical area of 73 hectares and falls under the 761209 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Baulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baulia
As per Census 2011, Baulia village has a total population of 788 people, consisting of 427 males and 361 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 845 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 362 literate and 426 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 788 | 427 | 361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 54 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 47 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 362 | 257 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 170 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Baulia
Baulia 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 Baulia
Baulia 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 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 Brahmapur to Baulia is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Baulia is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baulia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baulia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Baulia
Where is Baulia located?
Baulia village is located in Patrapur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Baulia is Turubudi.
What is the pincode of Baulia?
The pincode of Baulia is 761209.
What is the population of Baulia?
Baulia has a total population of 788, including 427 males and 361 females.
How many households are there in Baulia?
There are 144 households in Baulia.
What is the literacy rate in Baulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baulia is 45.94%. Male literacy is 60.19% and female literacy is 29.09%.