Ballimaha - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Ballimaha is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Parampanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ballimaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ballimaha is 416717. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 762109 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Ballimaha 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 Ballimaha
As per Census 2011, Ballimaha village has a total population of 108 people, consisting of 52 males and 56 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,076 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 13 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ballimaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 108 | 52 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 44 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 42 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Ballimaha
Ballimaha 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 Ballimaha
Ballimaha 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Ballimaha is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Ballimaha is about 108 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 Ballimaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ballimaha 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 Ballimaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ballimaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ballimaha
Where is Ballimaha located?
Ballimaha village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ballimaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Ballimaha is Parampanga.
What is the pincode of Ballimaha?
The pincode of Ballimaha is 762109.
What is the population of Ballimaha?
Ballimaha has a total population of 108, including 52 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Ballimaha?
There are 28 households in Ballimaha.
What is the literacy rate in Ballimaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ballimaha is 12.04%. Male literacy is 19.23% and female literacy is 5.36%.