Balama - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Balama is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Tumudibandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balama is 416973. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Balama 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 Balama
As per Census 2011, Balama village has a total population of 45 people, consisting of 21 males and 24 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 1,142 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 45 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 21 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Balama
Balama 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 Balama
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Balama.
| 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 Phulabani to Balama is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Balama is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balama 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 Balama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balama 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 Balama
Where is Balama located?
Balama village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balama?
The Gram Panchayat of Balama is Tumudibandh.
What is the pincode of Balama?
The pincode of Balama is 762107.
What is the population of Balama?
Balama has a total population of 45, including 21 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Balama?
There are 8 households in Balama.