Baghalingi - Surada, Ganjam
Baghalingi is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Borasingi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baghalingi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baghalingi is 410883. The village covers a total geographical area of 103 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Baghalingi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baghalingi
According to the 2011 Census, Baghalingi village had a total population of 463 people, including 242 males and 221 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.70%, with male literacy at 83.64% and female literacy at 65.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 463 | 242 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 179 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 63 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Baghalingi
Baghalingi 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 Baghalingi
Public transport in the Baghalingi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Surada to Baghalingi is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Baghalingi is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baghalingi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baghalingi 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 Baghalingi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baghalingi 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 Baghalingi
Where is Baghalingi located?
Baghalingi village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Baghalingi?
The Gram Panchayat of Baghalingi is Borasingi.
What is the pincode of Baghalingi?
The pincode of Baghalingi is 761108.
What is the population of Baghalingi?
Baghalingi had a total population of 463, including 242 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Baghalingi?
Baghalingi had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baghalingi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baghalingi was 74.70%. Male literacy was 83.64% and female literacy was 65.17%.