Balarampur - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Balarampur is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Ghadiamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balarampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balarampur is 395845. The village covers a total geographical area of 365 hectares and falls under the 754248 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Balarampur 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 Balarampur
According to the 2011 Census, Balarampur village had a total population of 608 people, including 282 males and 326 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 1,156 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.75%, with male literacy at 90.79% and female literacy at 79.78%.
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 | 608 | 282 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 54 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 207 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 75 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Balarampur
Balarampur 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 Balarampur
Public transport in the Balarampur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Pattamundai to Balarampur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Balarampur is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balarampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balarampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Balarampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balarampur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balarampur
Where is Balarampur located?
Balarampur village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balarampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balarampur is Ghadiamal.
What is the pincode of Balarampur?
The pincode of Balarampur is 754248.
What is the population of Balarampur?
Balarampur had a total population of 608, including 282 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Balarampur?
Balarampur had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balarampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balarampur was 84.75%. Male literacy was 90.79% and female literacy was 79.78%.