Balabhadrapur - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Balabhadrapur is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Iswarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balabhadrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balabhadrapur is 395823. The village covers a total geographical area of 215 hectares and falls under the 754248 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 41 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 Rajanagar 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 882 people, consisting of 439 males and 443 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 606 literate and 276 illiterate residents. Additionally, 206 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balabhadrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 882 | 439 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 68 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 99 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 606 | 334 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 276 | 105 | 171 |
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 auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Balabhadrapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pattamundai to Balabhadrapur is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Balabhadrapur is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balabhadrapur
Where is Balabhadrapur located?
Balabhadrapur village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balabhadrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balabhadrapur is Iswarpur.
What is the pincode of Balabhadrapur?
The pincode of Balabhadrapur is 754248.
What is the population of Balabhadrapur?
Balabhadrapur has a total population of 882, including 439 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Balabhadrapur?
There are 155 households in Balabhadrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Balabhadrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balabhadrapur is 68.71%. Male literacy is 76.08% and female literacy is 61.40%.