Baghalingi Village - 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
As per Census 2011, Baghalingi village has a total population of 463 people, consisting of 242 males and 221 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 310 literate and 153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baghalingi are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 463 | 242 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| 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 has a total population of 463, including 242 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Baghalingi?
There are 96 households in Baghalingi.
What is the literacy rate in Baghalingi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baghalingi is 66.95%. Male literacy is 73.97% and female literacy is 59.28%.