Balia - Jeypore, Koraput
Balia is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Balia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balia is 429083. The village covers a total geographical area of 1282 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Balia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balia
As per Census 2011, Balia village has a total population of 3,565 people, consisting of 1,727 males and 1,838 females. The village has 696 households and a sex ratio of 1,064 females per 1,000 males. There are 577 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,524 literate and 2,041 illiterate residents. Additionally, 682 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,969 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,565 | 1,727 | 1,838 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 577 | 279 | 298 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 682 | 328 | 354 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,969 | 947 | 1,022 |
| Literate Population | 1,524 | 933 | 591 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,041 | 794 | 1,247 |
Nearby Villages of Balia
Balia 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 Balia
Public transport in the Balia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Balia.
| 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 Jeypur to Balia is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Balia is about 30 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 Balia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Balia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balia 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Balia
Where is Balia located?
Balia village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
Balia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balia?
The pincode of Balia is 764002.
What is the population of Balia?
Balia has a total population of 3,565, including 1,727 males and 1,838 females.
How many households are there in Balia?
There are 696 households in Balia.
What is the literacy rate in Balia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balia is 42.75%. Male literacy is 54.02% and female literacy is 32.15%.