Balabhadrapur - Ersama, Jagatsinghapur
Balabhadrapur is a village situated in the Ersama tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ersama and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Janakadeipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balabhadrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balabhadrapur is 397456. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 754110 pincode. Paradip is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Balabhadrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balabhadrapur
As per Census 2011, Balabhadrapur village has a total population of 306 people, consisting of 154 males and 152 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 235 literate and 71 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balabhadrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 306 | 154 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 43 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 126 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 28 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Balabhadrapur
Balabhadrapur 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 Balabhadrapur
Public transport in the Balabhadrapur is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Paradip to Balabhadrapur is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Balabhadrapur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balabhadrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balabhadrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balabhadrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balabhadrapur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balabhadrapur
Where is Balabhadrapur located?
Balabhadrapur village is located in Ersama Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balabhadrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balabhadrapur is Janakadeipur.
What is the pincode of Balabhadrapur?
The pincode of Balabhadrapur is 754110.
What is the population of Balabhadrapur?
Balabhadrapur has a total population of 306, including 154 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Balabhadrapur?
There are 69 households in Balabhadrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Balabhadrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balabhadrapur is 76.80%. Male literacy is 81.82% and female literacy is 71.71%.