Balipadar - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Balipadar is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Gochhapada and around 37 km from Phulbani. Polabrudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balipadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balipadar is 415277. The village covers a total geographical area of 364 hectares and falls under the 762002 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Balipadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balipadar
As per Census 2011, Balipadar village has a total population of 616 people, consisting of 289 males and 327 females. The village has 150 households and a sex ratio of 1,131 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 323 literate and 293 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 181 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balipadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 616 | 289 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 44 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 181 | 81 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 323 | 182 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 107 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Balipadar
Balipadar 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 Balipadar
Balipadar 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Balipadar is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Balipadar is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balipadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balipadar 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 Balipadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balipadar 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 Balipadar
Where is Balipadar located?
Balipadar village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balipadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Balipadar is Polabrudi.
What is the pincode of Balipadar?
The pincode of Balipadar is 762002.
What is the population of Balipadar?
Balipadar has a total population of 616, including 289 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Balipadar?
There are 150 households in Balipadar.
What is the literacy rate in Balipadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balipadar is 52.44%. Male literacy is 62.98% and female literacy is 43.12%.