Balibaju - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Balibaju is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Urladani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balibaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balibaju is 422576. The village covers a total geographical area of 13 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 105 km away.
Balibaju village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balibaju
According to the 2011 Census, Balibaju village had a total population of 82 people, including 39 males and 43 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,103 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 11.29%, with male literacy at 21.43% and female literacy at 2.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 82.
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 | 82 | 39 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 39 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 33 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Balibaju
Balibaju 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 Balibaju
Public transport in the Balibaju is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Balibaju is about 105 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balibaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balibaju 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Balibaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balibaju village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balibaju
Where is Balibaju located?
Balibaju village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balibaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Balibaju is Urladani.
What is the pincode of Balibaju?
The pincode of Balibaju is 766102.
What is the population of Balibaju?
Balibaju had a total population of 82, including 39 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Balibaju?
Balibaju had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balibaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balibaju was 11.29%. Male literacy was 21.43% and female literacy was 2.94%.