Balingi - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Balingi is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 163 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Durgapanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balingi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balingi is 417229. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Balingi 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 Balingi
As per Census 2011, Balingi village has a total population of 31 people, consisting of 16 males and 15 females. The village has 7 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9 literate and 22 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balingi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 11 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Balingi
Balingi 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 Balingi
Public transport in the Balingi is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Rayagada to Balingi is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Balingi is about 163 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balingi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balingi 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 Balingi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balingi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balingi
Where is Balingi located?
Balingi village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balingi?
The Gram Panchayat of Balingi is Durgapanga.
What is the pincode of Balingi?
The pincode of Balingi is 762105.
What is the population of Balingi?
Balingi has a total population of 31, including 16 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Balingi?
There are 7 households in Balingi.
What is the literacy rate in Balingi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balingi is 29.03%. Male literacy is 31.25% and female literacy is 26.67%.