Balipadara(A) - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Balipadara(A) is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sindirigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balipadara(A) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balipadara(A) is 416624. The village covers a total geographical area of 396 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Balipadara(A) 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 Balipadara(A)
According to the 2011 Census, Balipadara(A) village had a total population of 224 people, including 104 males and 120 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,154 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.54%, with male literacy at 83.70% and female literacy at 41.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 185.
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 | 224 | 104 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 86 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 77 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 27 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Balipadara(A)
Balipadara(A) 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 Balipadara(A)
Public transport in the Balipadara(A) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Balipadara(A) is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Balipadara(A) is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balipadara(A)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balipadara(A) 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balipadara(A)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balipadara(A) 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Balipadara(A)
Where is Balipadara(A) located?
Balipadara(A) village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balipadara(A)?
The Gram Panchayat of Balipadara(A) is Sindirigaon.
What is the pincode of Balipadara(A)?
The pincode of Balipadara(A) is 762103.
What is the population of Balipadara(A)?
Balipadara(A) had a total population of 224, including 104 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Balipadara(A)?
Balipadara(A) had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balipadara(A)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balipadara(A) was 61.54%. Male literacy was 83.70% and female literacy was 41.75%.