Balisuga - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Balisuga is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Budrukia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balisuga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balisuga is 416611. The village covers a total geographical area of 454 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Balisuga 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 Balisuga
As per Census 2011, Balisuga village has a total population of 459 people, consisting of 222 males and 237 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 224 literate and 235 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 420 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balisuga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 459 | 222 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 46 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 420 | 203 | 217 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 151 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 71 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Balisuga
Balisuga 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 Balisuga
Balisuga 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 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 Balisuga is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Balisuga is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balisuga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balisuga 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Balisuga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balisuga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balisuga
Where is Balisuga located?
Balisuga village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balisuga?
The Gram Panchayat of Balisuga is Budrukia.
What is the pincode of Balisuga?
The pincode of Balisuga is 762103.
What is the population of Balisuga?
Balisuga has a total population of 459, including 222 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Balisuga?
There are 103 households in Balisuga.
What is the literacy rate in Balisuga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balisuga is 48.80%. Male literacy is 68.02% and female literacy is 30.80%.