Balabhadrapur - Derabish, Kendrapara
Balabhadrapur is a village situated in the Derabish tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Derabish and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Laxminarayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balabhadrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balabhadrapur is 396623. The village covers a total geographical area of 375 hectares and falls under the 754207 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Balabhadrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patkura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balabhadrapur
As per Census 2011, Balabhadrapur village has a total population of 1,550 people, consisting of 775 males and 775 females. The village has 419 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,023 literate and 527 illiterate residents. Additionally, 600 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balabhadrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,550 | 775 | 775 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 87 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 600 | 304 | 296 |
| Literate Population | 1,023 | 557 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 527 | 218 | 309 |
Nearby Villages of Balabhadrapur
Balabhadrapur 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 Balabhadrapur
Balabhadrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Kendrapara to Balabhadrapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balabhadrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balabhadrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Balabhadrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balabhadrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Balabhadrapur
Where is Balabhadrapur located?
Balabhadrapur village is located in Derabish Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balabhadrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balabhadrapur is Laxminarayanpur.
What is the pincode of Balabhadrapur?
The pincode of Balabhadrapur is 754207.
What is the population of Balabhadrapur?
Balabhadrapur has a total population of 1,550, including 775 males and 775 females.
How many households are there in Balabhadrapur?
There are 419 households in Balabhadrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Balabhadrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balabhadrapur is 66.00%. Male literacy is 71.87% and female literacy is 60.13%.