Balabhadrapur - Champua, Keonjhar
Balabhadrapur is a village situated in the Champua tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from Champua and around 45 km from Kendujhar. Chandrasekharpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balabhadrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balabhadrapur is 385494. The village covers a total geographical area of 144 hectares and falls under the 758047 pincode. Joda is the nearest town, located about 23 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 Champua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balabhadrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Balabhadrapur village had a total population of 548 people, including 289 males and 259 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.14%, with male literacy at 59.64% and female literacy at 31.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 543.
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 | 548 | 289 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 66 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 543 | 286 | 257 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 133 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 156 | 195 |
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 bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Balabhadrapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joda to Balabhadrapur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Balabhadrapur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balabhadrapur
Where is Balabhadrapur located?
Balabhadrapur village is located in Champua Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balabhadrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balabhadrapur is Chandrasekharpur.
What is the pincode of Balabhadrapur?
The pincode of Balabhadrapur is 758047.
What is the population of Balabhadrapur?
Balabhadrapur had a total population of 548, including 289 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Balabhadrapur?
Balabhadrapur had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balabhadrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balabhadrapur was 46.14%. Male literacy was 59.64% and female literacy was 31.37%.