Bilaranga - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Bilaranga 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. Salaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bilaranga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilaranga is 416510. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 762106 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Bilaranga 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 Bilaranga
As per Census 2011, Bilaranga village has a total population of 26 people, consisting of 12 males and 14 females. The village has 7 households and a sex ratio of 1,166 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2 literate and 24 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bilaranga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 2 | - |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 10 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Bilaranga
Bilaranga 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 Bilaranga
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bilaranga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bilaranga is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Bilaranga 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 Bilaranga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilaranga 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 Bilaranga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilaranga 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bilaranga
Where is Bilaranga located?
Bilaranga village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bilaranga?
The Gram Panchayat of Bilaranga is Salaguda.
What is the pincode of Bilaranga?
The pincode of Bilaranga is 762106.
What is the population of Bilaranga?
Bilaranga has a total population of 26, including 12 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Bilaranga?
There are 7 households in Bilaranga.