Baldhiamal - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Baldhiamal is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Baladiamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baldhiamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baldhiamal is 423724. The village covers a total geographical area of 277 hectares and falls under the 766014 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Baldhiamal 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 Baldhiamal
As per Census 2011, Baldhiamal village has a total population of 3,194 people, consisting of 1,615 males and 1,579 females. The village has 825 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 334 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,788 literate and 1,406 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baldhiamal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,194 | 1,615 | 1,579 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 175 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 69 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,788 | 1,074 | 714 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,406 | 541 | 865 |
Nearby Villages of Baldhiamal
Baldhiamal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhatraguda | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Palas | South | 1.96 km |
| Chicheiguda | West | 2.22 km |
| Khaliapali | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Jamunabahal | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Budhipadar | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Mathura | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Bhejipadar | North | 3.69 km |
| Naktiguda | West | 3.72 km |
| Nuaguda | North-West | 3.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Baldhiamal
Baldhiamal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Baldhiamal is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Baldhiamal is about 29 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 Baldhiamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baldhiamal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baldhiamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baldhiamal 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 Baldhiamal
Where is Baldhiamal located?
Baldhiamal village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baldhiamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Baldhiamal is Baladiamal.
What is the pincode of Baldhiamal?
The pincode of Baldhiamal is 766014.
What is the population of Baldhiamal?
Baldhiamal has a total population of 3,194, including 1,615 males and 1,579 females.
How many households are there in Baldhiamal?
There are 825 households in Baldhiamal.
What is the literacy rate in Baldhiamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baldhiamal is 55.98%. Male literacy is 66.50% and female literacy is 45.22%.