Baliguda - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Baliguda is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Budaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baliguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baliguda is 416789. The village covers a total geographical area of 527 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 118 km away.
Baliguda 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 Baliguda
As per Census 2011, Baliguda village has a total population of 446 people, consisting of 225 males and 221 females. The village has 100 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 77 literate and 369 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 296 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baliguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 446 | 225 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 43 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 296 | 145 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 53 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 369 | 172 | 197 |
Transport and Connectivity of Baliguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Baliguda.
| 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 Phulabani to Baliguda is about 118 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Baliguda is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baliguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baliguda 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 Baliguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baliguda 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 Baliguda
Where is Baliguda located?
Baliguda village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baliguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Baliguda is Budaguda.
What is the pincode of Baliguda?
The pincode of Baliguda is 762103.
What is the population of Baliguda?
Baliguda has a total population of 446, including 225 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Baliguda?
There are 100 households in Baliguda.
What is the literacy rate in Baliguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baliguda is 17.26%. Male literacy is 23.56% and female literacy is 10.86%.