Balimusti - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Balimusti is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Rutungia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balimusti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balimusti is 416762. The village covers a total geographical area of 743 hectares and falls under the 762109 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 116 km away.
Balimusti 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 Balimusti
According to the 2011 Census, Balimusti village had a total population of 573 people, including 283 males and 290 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.57%, with male literacy at 65.32% and female literacy at 32.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 407.
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 | 573 | 283 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 61 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 407 | 199 | 208 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 145 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 138 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Balimusti
Balimusti 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 Balimusti
Public transport in the Balimusti 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 Phulabani to Balimusti is about 116 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Balimusti is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balimusti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balimusti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Balimusti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balimusti 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 Balimusti
Where is Balimusti located?
Balimusti village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balimusti?
The Gram Panchayat of Balimusti is Rutungia.
What is the pincode of Balimusti?
The pincode of Balimusti is 762109.
What is the population of Balimusti?
Balimusti had a total population of 573, including 283 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Balimusti?
Balimusti had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balimusti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balimusti was 48.57%. Male literacy was 65.32% and female literacy was 32.47%.