Balasi - Surada, Ganjam
Balasi is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Asurabandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balasi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balasi is 410853. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Balasi 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 Balasi
As per Census 2011, Balasi village has a total population of 221 people, consisting of 107 males and 114 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 1,065 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 104 literate and 117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 168 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balasi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 221 | 107 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 83 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 60 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 47 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Balasi
Balasi 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 Balasi
Public transport in the Balasi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Balasi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Balasi is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balasi 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 Balasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balasi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Balasi
Where is Balasi located?
Balasi village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balasi?
The Gram Panchayat of Balasi is Asurabandha.
What is the pincode of Balasi?
The pincode of Balasi is 761108.
What is the population of Balasi?
Balasi has a total population of 221, including 107 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Balasi?
There are 45 households in Balasi.
What is the literacy rate in Balasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balasi is 47.06%. Male literacy is 56.07% and female literacy is 38.60%.