Balbaspur - Narala, Kalahandi
Balbaspur is a village situated in the Narala tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narala and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Rupra Road serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balbaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balbaspur is 422741. The village covers a total geographical area of 771 hectares and falls under the 766101 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Balbaspur 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 Balbaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Balbaspur village had a total population of 2,145 people, including 1,081 males and 1,064 females, living in 610 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.85%, with male literacy at 78.60% and female literacy at 63.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 658, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 496.
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 | 2,145 | 1,081 | 1,064 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 137 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 658 | 335 | 323 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 496 | 258 | 238 |
| Literate Population | 1,339 | 742 | 597 |
| Illiterate Population | 806 | 339 | 467 |
Nearby Villages of Balbaspur
Balbaspur 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 Balbaspur
Balbaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Balbaspur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kesinga to Balbaspur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Balbaspur 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 Balbaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balbaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Balbaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balbaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balbaspur
Where is Balbaspur located?
Balbaspur village is located in Narala Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balbaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balbaspur is Rupra Road.
What is the pincode of Balbaspur?
The pincode of Balbaspur is 766101.
What is the population of Balbaspur?
Balbaspur had a total population of 2,145, including 1,081 males and 1,064 females.
How many households are there in Balbaspur?
Balbaspur had 610 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balbaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balbaspur was 70.85%. Male literacy was 78.60% and female literacy was 63.11%.