Balamar Padar - K. Nuagaon, Kandhamal
Balamar Padar is a village situated in the K. Nuagaon tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Baliguda and around 84 km from Phulbani. Mahasinghi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balamar Padar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balamar Padar is 416683. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Balamar Padar 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 Balamar Padar
As per Census 2011, Balamar Padar village has a total population of 102 people, consisting of 42 males and 60 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 1,428 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 64 literate and 38 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balamar Padar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 102 | 42 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 10 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Balamar Padar
Balamar Padar 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 Balamar Padar
Public transport in the Balamar Padar 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 Balamar Padar is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Balamar Padar is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balamar Padar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balamar Padar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balamar Padar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balamar Padar 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 Balamar Padar
Where is Balamar Padar located?
Balamar Padar village is located in K. Nuagaon Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balamar Padar?
The Gram Panchayat of Balamar Padar is Mahasinghi.
What is the pincode of Balamar Padar?
The pincode of Balamar Padar is 762103.
What is the population of Balamar Padar?
Balamar Padar has a total population of 102, including 42 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Balamar Padar?
There are 32 households in Balamar Padar.
What is the literacy rate in Balamar Padar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balamar Padar is 62.75%. Male literacy is 76.19% and female literacy is 53.33%.