Idugumabalsa - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Idugumabalsa is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Almonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Idugumabalsa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Idugumabalsa is 428824. The village covers a total geographical area of 347 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Idugumabalsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Idugumabalsa
As per Census 2011, Idugumabalsa village has a total population of 569 people, consisting of 276 males and 293 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 127 literate and 442 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 538 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Idugumabalsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 569 | 276 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 65 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 538 | 260 | 278 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 71 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 442 | 205 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Idugumabalsa
Idugumabalsa 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 Idugumabalsa
Public transport in the Idugumabalsa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Idugumabalsa is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Idugumabalsa is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Idugumabalsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Idugumabalsa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Idugumabalsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Idugumabalsa 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Idugumabalsa
Where is Idugumabalsa located?
Idugumabalsa village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Idugumabalsa?
The Gram Panchayat of Idugumabalsa is Almonda.
What is the pincode of Idugumabalsa?
The pincode of Idugumabalsa is 764027.
What is the population of Idugumabalsa?
Idugumabalsa has a total population of 569, including 276 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Idugumabalsa?
There are 102 households in Idugumabalsa.
What is the literacy rate in Idugumabalsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Idugumabalsa is 22.32%. Male literacy is 25.72% and female literacy is 19.11%.