Old-Balimela - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Old-Balimela is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from Orkel and around 27 km from Malkangiri . Chitapari-iii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Old-Balimela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Old-Balimela is 430935. The village covers a total geographical area of 336 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Old-Balimela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Old-Balimela
According to the 2011 Census, Old-Balimela village had a total population of 517 people, including 250 males and 267 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.34%, with male literacy at 26.46% and female literacy at 16.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 362.
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 | 517 | 250 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 61 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 362 | 176 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 50 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 200 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Old-Balimela
Old-Balimela 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 Old-Balimela
Old-Balimela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Balimela to Old-Balimela is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Old-Balimela is about 27 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 Old-Balimela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Old-Balimela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Old-Balimela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Old-Balimela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Old-Balimela
Where is Old-Balimela located?
Old-Balimela village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Old-Balimela?
The Gram Panchayat of Old-Balimela is Chitapari-iii.
What is the pincode of Old-Balimela?
The pincode of Old-Balimela is 764051.
What is the population of Old-Balimela?
Old-Balimela had a total population of 517, including 250 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Old-Balimela?
Old-Balimela had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Old-Balimela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Old-Balimela was 21.34%. Male literacy was 26.46% and female literacy was 16.82%.