Baladhia - Sanakhemundi, Ganjam
Baladhia is a village situated in the Sanakhemundi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Patapur and around 55 km from Chatrapur. Moulabhanja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baladhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baladhia is 412488. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 761013 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Baladhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baladhia
According to the 2011 Census, Baladhia village had a total population of 222 people, including 112 males and 110 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.04%, with male literacy at 81.32% and female literacy at 63.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 210.
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 | 222 | 112 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 105 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 74 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 38 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Baladhia
Baladhia 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 Baladhia
Baladhia 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 | 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 Digapahandi to Baladhia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Baladhia is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baladhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baladhia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Baladhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baladhia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Baladhia
Where is Baladhia located?
Baladhia village is located in Sanakhemundi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baladhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Baladhia is Moulabhanja.
What is the pincode of Baladhia?
The pincode of Baladhia is 761013.
What is the population of Baladhia?
Baladhia had a total population of 222, including 112 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Baladhia?
Baladhia had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baladhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baladhia was 72.04%. Male literacy was 81.32% and female literacy was 63.16%.