Balia - Pattamundai, Kendrapara
Balia is a village situated in the Pattamundai tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pattamundai and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Chandan Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balia is 396298. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 754217 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Balia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balia
According to the 2011 Census, Balia village had a total population of 534 people, including 244 males and 290 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 1,189 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.39%, with male literacy at 89.57% and female literacy at 72.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 182.
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 | 534 | 244 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 33 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 83 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 189 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 55 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Balia
Balia 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 Balia
Balia 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 <5 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 Pattamundai to Balia is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Balia is about 36 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 Balia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balia 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Balia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Balia
Where is Balia located?
Balia village is located in Pattamundai Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balia?
The Gram Panchayat of Balia is Chandan Nagar.
What is the pincode of Balia?
The pincode of Balia is 754217.
What is the population of Balia?
Balia had a total population of 534, including 244 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Balia?
Balia had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balia was 80.39%. Male literacy was 89.57% and female literacy was 72.58%.