Balipeta - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Balipeta is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Balipeta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balipeta is 428618. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Balipeta 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 Balipeta
According to the 2011 Census, Balipeta village had a total population of 1,385 people, including 852 males and 533 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 626 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.07%, with male literacy at 81.96% and female literacy at 51.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 405, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 815.
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 | 1,385 | 852 | 533 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 170 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 405 | 213 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 815 | 549 | 266 |
| Literate Population | 789 | 559 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 596 | 293 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Balipeta
Balipeta 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 Balipeta
Balipeta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sunabeda to Balipeta is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Balipeta is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balipeta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balipeta 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balipeta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balipeta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Balipeta
Where is Balipeta located?
Balipeta village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balipeta?
Balipeta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balipeta?
The pincode of Balipeta is 764014.
What is the population of Balipeta?
Balipeta had a total population of 1,385, including 852 males and 533 females.
How many households are there in Balipeta?
Balipeta had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balipeta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balipeta was 70.07%. Male literacy was 81.96% and female literacy was 51.80%.