Ballighai - Surada, Ganjam
Ballighai is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Amurutulu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ballighai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ballighai is 410903. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Ballighai 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 Ballighai
As per Census 2011, Ballighai village has a total population of 566 people, consisting of 296 males and 270 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 339 literate and 227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ballighai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 566 | 296 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 44 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 215 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 81 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Ballighai
Ballighai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Buguda | South-East | 1.04 km |
| Suradareservoir | North-East | 1.82 km |
| Hukuma | North-West | 2.68 km |
| Renti | West | 2.87 km |
| Madhuapalli | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Bijegopalapur | North | 3.74 km |
| Bijayagopalapur | North | 4.09 km |
| Saranauti | West | 4.48 km |
| Bhaliapada | North | 4.49 km |
| Belapanu | West | 4.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ballighai
Ballighai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Brahmapur, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Ballighai is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Ballighai is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ballighai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ballighai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ballighai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ballighai 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 Ballighai
Where is Ballighai located?
Ballighai village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ballighai?
The Gram Panchayat of Ballighai is Amurutulu.
What is the pincode of Ballighai?
The pincode of Ballighai is 761108.
What is the population of Ballighai?
Ballighai has a total population of 566, including 296 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Ballighai?
There are 128 households in Ballighai.
What is the literacy rate in Ballighai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ballighai is 59.89%. Male literacy is 72.64% and female literacy is 45.93%.