Balianta - Balianta, Khordha
Balianta is a village situated in the Balianta tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balianta and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Balianta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balianta is 407536. The village covers a total geographical area of 273 hectares and falls under the 752101 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Balianta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jayadev Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balianta
As per Census 2011, Balianta village has a total population of 3,556 people, consisting of 1,816 males and 1,740 females. The village has 728 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 369 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,676 literate and 880 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,159 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balianta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,556 | 1,816 | 1,740 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 198 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,159 | 579 | 580 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,676 | 1,462 | 1,214 |
| Illiterate Population | 880 | 354 | 526 |
Nearby Villages of Balianta
Balianta is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Andilo | North-West | 1.41 km |
| Benupur | South-East | 1.47 km |
| Atala | North | 1.88 km |
| Kanchilo | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Bhubanpur | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Tiranpada | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Dhamilo | East | 2.31 km |
| Baindol | North | 2.47 km |
| Kotakana | North | 2.80 km |
| Bhainchua | South | 2.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balianta
Balianta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bani Bihar, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 7.6 km.
| 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 Bhubaneswar to Balianta is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Balianta 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 Balianta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balianta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balianta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balianta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balianta
Where is Balianta located?
Balianta village is located in Balianta Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balianta?
Balianta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balianta?
The pincode of Balianta is 752101.
What is the population of Balianta?
Balianta has a total population of 3,556, including 1,816 males and 1,740 females.
How many households are there in Balianta?
There are 728 households in Balianta.
What is the literacy rate in Balianta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balianta is 75.25%. Male literacy is 80.51% and female literacy is 69.77%.