Balabhadrapur - Dharmasala, Jajpur
Balabhadrapur is a village situated in the Dharmasala tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from Jenapur and around 73 km from Jajapur . Madhusudanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balabhadrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balabhadrapur is 401383. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 755023 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 42 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 Dharmasala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jajpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balabhadrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Balabhadrapur village had a total population of 852 people, including 428 males and 424 females, living in 208 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.35%, with male literacy at 89.86% and female literacy at 71.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25.
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 | 852 | 428 | 424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 63 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 593 | 328 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 100 | 159 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Balabhadrapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jajapur to Balabhadrapur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jajapur to Balabhadrapur is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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 5-10 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 Dharmasala Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balabhadrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balabhadrapur is Madhusudanpur.
What is the pincode of Balabhadrapur?
The pincode of Balabhadrapur is 755023.
What is the population of Balabhadrapur?
Balabhadrapur had a total population of 852, including 428 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Balabhadrapur?
Balabhadrapur had 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balabhadrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balabhadrapur was 80.35%. Male literacy was 89.86% and female literacy was 71.05%.