Balakrushnapur - Purushottampur, Ganjam
Balakrushnapur is a village situated in the Purushottampur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Purusottampur and around 47 km from Chatrapur. Badakharida serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balakrushnapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balakrushnapur is 412172. The village covers a total geographical area of 223 hectares and falls under the 761041 pincode. Purusottampur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Balakrushnapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balakrushnapur
According to the 2011 Census, Balakrushnapur village had a total population of 1,744 people, including 907 males and 837 females, living in 363 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.62%, with male literacy at 63.47% and female literacy at 47.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 672, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 1,744 | 907 | 837 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 124 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 672 | 349 | 323 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 846 | 497 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 898 | 410 | 488 |
Nearby Villages of Balakrushnapur
Balakrushnapur 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 Balakrushnapur
Balakrushnapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Purusottampur to Balakrushnapur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Balakrushnapur is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balakrushnapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balakrushnapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Balakrushnapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balakrushnapur 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 Balakrushnapur
Where is Balakrushnapur located?
Balakrushnapur village is located in Purushottampur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balakrushnapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balakrushnapur is Badakharida.
What is the pincode of Balakrushnapur?
The pincode of Balakrushnapur is 761041.
What is the population of Balakrushnapur?
Balakrushnapur had a total population of 1,744, including 907 males and 837 females.
How many households are there in Balakrushnapur?
Balakrushnapur had 363 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balakrushnapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balakrushnapur was 55.62%. Male literacy was 63.47% and female literacy was 47.29%.