Bhaliapada - Surada, Ganjam
Bhaliapada is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Hukuma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhaliapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhaliapada is 410860. The village covers a total geographical area of 186 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Bhaliapada 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 Bhaliapada
According to the 2011 Census, Bhaliapada village had a total population of 250 people, including 133 males and 117 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.80%, with male literacy at 62.04% and female literacy at 55.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 232.
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 | 250 | 133 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 25 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 122 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 67 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 66 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Bhaliapada
Bhaliapada 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 Bhaliapada
Bhaliapada 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 Surada to Bhaliapada is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Bhaliapada 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 Bhaliapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhaliapada 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 Bhaliapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhaliapada 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 Bhaliapada
Where is Bhaliapada located?
Bhaliapada village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhaliapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhaliapada is Hukuma.
What is the pincode of Bhaliapada?
The pincode of Bhaliapada is 761108.
What is the population of Bhaliapada?
Bhaliapada had a total population of 250, including 133 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Bhaliapada?
Bhaliapada had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhaliapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhaliapada was 58.80%. Male literacy was 62.04% and female literacy was 55.56%.