Balasingh - Bolagad, Khordha
Balasingh is a village situated in the Bolagad tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bolagad and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Sagaragaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balasingh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balasingh is 406978. The village covers a total geographical area of 111 hectares and falls under the 752066 pincode. Khordha is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Balasingh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Begunia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balasingh
According to the 2011 Census, Balasingh village had a total population of 213 people, including 109 males and 104 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.70%, with male literacy at 94.74% and female literacy at 80.43%.
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 | 213 | 109 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 90 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 19 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Balasingh
Balasingh 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 Balasingh
Balasingh 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 Balasingh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Khordha to Balasingh is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Balasingh is about 32 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 Balasingh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balasingh 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balasingh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balasingh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balasingh
Where is Balasingh located?
Balasingh village is located in Bolagad Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balasingh?
The Gram Panchayat of Balasingh is Sagaragaon.
What is the pincode of Balasingh?
The pincode of Balasingh is 752066.
What is the population of Balasingh?
Balasingh had a total population of 213, including 109 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Balasingh?
Balasingh had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balasingh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balasingh was 87.70%. Male literacy was 94.74% and female literacy was 80.43%.