Balkigradi - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Balkigradi is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Bandhagada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balkigradi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balkigradi is 416456. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Balkigradi 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 Balkigradi
According to the 2011 Census, Balkigradi village had a total population of 235 people, including 110 males and 125 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,136 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.18%, with male literacy at 80.23% and female literacy at 56.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 30.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 235 | 110 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 69 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 41 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Balkigradi
Balkigradi 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 Balkigradi
Balkigradi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Balkigradi is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Balkigradi 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 Balkigradi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balkigradi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balkigradi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balkigradi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Balkigradi
Where is Balkigradi located?
Balkigradi village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balkigradi?
The Gram Panchayat of Balkigradi is Bandhagada.
What is the pincode of Balkigradi?
The pincode of Balkigradi is 762011.
What is the population of Balkigradi?
Balkigradi had a total population of 235, including 110 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Balkigradi?
Balkigradi had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balkigradi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balkigradi was 67.18%. Male literacy was 80.23% and female literacy was 56.88%.