Balidunguri - Bahalda, Mayurbhanj
Balidunguri is a village situated in the Bahalda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bahalda and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Asana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balidunguri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balidunguri is 387537. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 757054 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Balidunguri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balidunguri
According to the 2011 Census, Balidunguri village had a total population of 163 people, including 81 males and 82 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.11%, with male literacy at 46.88% and female literacy at 23.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 163.
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 | 163 | 81 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 81 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 30 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 51 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Balidunguri
Balidunguri 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 Balidunguri
Balidunguri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Balidunguri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Balidunguri is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Balidunguri is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balidunguri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balidunguri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balidunguri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balidunguri 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 Balidunguri
Where is Balidunguri located?
Balidunguri village is located in Bahalda Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balidunguri?
The Gram Panchayat of Balidunguri is Asana.
What is the pincode of Balidunguri?
The pincode of Balidunguri is 757054.
What is the population of Balidunguri?
Balidunguri had a total population of 163, including 81 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Balidunguri?
Balidunguri had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balidunguri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balidunguri was 35.11%. Male literacy was 46.88% and female literacy was 23.88%.