Billaput - Nandapur, Koraput
Billaput is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kasandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Billaput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Billaput is 429919. The village covers a total geographical area of 132 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Billaput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Billaput
As per Census 2011, Billaput village has a total population of 359 people, consisting of 173 males and 186 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 1,075 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 72 literate and 287 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 326 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Billaput are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 359 | 173 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 326 | 158 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 50 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 123 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Billaput
Billaput 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Similiput | South | 0.75 km |
| Kalari | North-East | 1.05 km |
| Rurichuan | West | 1.33 km |
| Adra | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Raising | West | 2.60 km |
| Dabba | South | 2.79 km |
| Jhankarguda | South-West | 3.50 km |
| Pansaput | South-East | 3.73 km |
| Mangrel | West | 3.74 km |
| Kudasing | South | 4.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Billaput
Billaput is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bheja, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.2 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Billaput is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Billaput is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Billaput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Billaput 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Billaput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Billaput village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Billaput
Where is Billaput located?
Billaput village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Billaput?
The Gram Panchayat of Billaput is Kasandi.
What is the pincode of Billaput?
The pincode of Billaput is 764037.
What is the population of Billaput?
Billaput has a total population of 359, including 173 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Billaput?
There are 110 households in Billaput.
What is the literacy rate in Billaput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Billaput is 20.06%. Male literacy is 28.90% and female literacy is 11.83%.