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
As per Census 2011, Balimusti village has a total population of 573 people, consisting of 283 males and 290 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 220 literate and 353 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 407 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balimusti are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 573, including 283 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Balimusti?
There are 125 households in Balimusti.
What is the literacy rate in Balimusti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balimusti is 38.39%. Male literacy is 51.24% and female literacy is 25.86%.