Balda (Balara) - Similiguda, Koraput
Balda (Balara) is a village situated in the Similiguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Sunabeda and around 28 km from Koraput. R Ajpalma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balda (Balara) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balda (Balara) is 429977. The village covers a total geographical area of 926 hectares and falls under the 763002 pincode. Nabarangapur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Balda (Balara) 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 Balda (Balara)
As per Census 2011, Balda (Balara) village has a total population of 688 people, consisting of 379 males and 309 females. The village has 188 households and a sex ratio of 815 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 321 literate and 367 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 247 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balda (Balara) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 688 | 379 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 57 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 247 | 116 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 250 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 129 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Balda (Balara)
Balda (Balara) 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 Balda (Balara)
Public transport in the Balda (Balara) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Balda (Balara).
| 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 Nabarangapur to Balda (Balara) is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Balda (Balara) is about 28 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 Balda (Balara)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balda (Balara) 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 Balda (Balara)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balda (Balara) 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balda (Balara)
Where is Balda (Balara) located?
Balda (Balara) village is located in Similiguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balda (Balara)?
The Gram Panchayat of Balda (Balara) is R Ajpalma.
What is the pincode of Balda (Balara)?
The pincode of Balda (Balara) is 763002.
What is the population of Balda (Balara)?
Balda (Balara) has a total population of 688, including 379 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Balda (Balara)?
There are 188 households in Balda (Balara).
What is the literacy rate in Balda (Balara)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balda (Balara) is 46.66%. Male literacy is 65.96% and female literacy is 22.98%.