Baligan - Boipariguda, Koraput
Baligan is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Baligam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baligan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baligan is 429192. The village covers a total geographical area of 3285 hectares and falls under the 764043 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Baligan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baligan
As per Census 2011, Baligan village has a total population of 6,467 people, consisting of 2,866 males and 3,601 females. The village has 1,460 households and a sex ratio of 1,256 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,065 literate and 4,402 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,393 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,071 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baligan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,467 | 2,866 | 3,601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,188 | 569 | 619 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,393 | 643 | 750 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,071 | 1,730 | 2,341 |
| Literate Population | 2,065 | 950 | 1,115 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,402 | 1,916 | 2,486 |
Nearby Villages of Baligan
Baligan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Andori | East | 3.16 km |
| Kandulguda | East | 4.19 km |
| Tentuliguda | South-East | 4.19 km |
| Mathpada | South | 4.58 km |
| Gadaguda | South-East | 4.70 km |
| Kenduguda | East | 4.79 km |
| Pendapoda | West | 4.99 km |
| Cherka | North | 5.09 km |
| Pialkani | East | 5.16 km |
| Kothiaguda | East | 5.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Baligan
Public transport in the Baligan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Charamula Kusum, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.1 km.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Baligan is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Baligan is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baligan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baligan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Baligan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baligan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baligan
Where is Baligan located?
Baligan village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baligan?
The Gram Panchayat of Baligan is Baligam.
What is the pincode of Baligan?
The pincode of Baligan is 764043.
What is the population of Baligan?
Baligan has a total population of 6,467, including 2,866 males and 3,601 females.
How many households are there in Baligan?
There are 1,460 households in Baligan.
What is the literacy rate in Baligan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baligan is 31.93%. Male literacy is 33.15% and female literacy is 30.96%.