Balakia - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Balakia is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Rebingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balakia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balakia is 416655. The village covers a total geographical area of 131 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 87 km away.
Balakia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balakia
As per Census 2011, Balakia village has a total population of 337 people, consisting of 157 males and 180 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 1,146 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 165 literate and 172 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 235 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balakia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 337 | 157 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 22 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 235 | 111 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 109 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 48 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Balakia
Balakia 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 Balakia
Balakia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Balakia is about 87 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Balakia is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balakia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balakia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balakia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balakia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balakia
Where is Balakia located?
Balakia village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balakia?
The Gram Panchayat of Balakia is Rebingia.
What is the pincode of Balakia?
The pincode of Balakia is 762110.
What is the population of Balakia?
Balakia has a total population of 337, including 157 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Balakia?
There are 65 households in Balakia.
What is the literacy rate in Balakia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balakia is 48.96%. Male literacy is 69.43% and female literacy is 31.11%.