Balarampur - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Balarampur is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Bankapalas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balarampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balarampur is 423818. The village covers a total geographical area of 393 hectares and falls under the 766014 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Balarampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balarampur
As per Census 2011, Balarampur village has a total population of 456 people, consisting of 227 males and 229 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 196 literate and 260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 305 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balarampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 456 | 227 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 42 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 305 | 154 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 127 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 100 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Balarampur
Balarampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ratanpala | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Tentulipada | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Budhidara | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Bankapalas | South | 2.49 km |
| Kadopadar | North | 2.54 km |
| Borguda | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Tentulikhunti | North | 2.89 km |
| Dundelmal | East | 3.21 km |
| Kandhasargiguda | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Sankarpala | South-West | 3.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balarampur
Balarampur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.2 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Balarampur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Balarampur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balarampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balarampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balarampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balarampur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balarampur
Where is Balarampur located?
Balarampur village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balarampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balarampur is Bankapalas.
What is the pincode of Balarampur?
The pincode of Balarampur is 766014.
What is the population of Balarampur?
Balarampur has a total population of 456, including 227 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Balarampur?
There are 122 households in Balarampur.
What is the literacy rate in Balarampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balarampur is 42.98%. Male literacy is 55.95% and female literacy is 30.13%.