Balarampur - Bijatala, Mayurbhanj
Balarampur is a village situated in the Bijatala tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from Gorumahisani and around 71 km from Baripada. Chadheipahadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balarampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balarampur is 387711. The village covers a total geographical area of 112 hectares and falls under the 757042 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Balarampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraskana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balarampur
According to the 2011 Census, Balarampur village had a total population of 123 people, including 63 males and 60 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.04%, with male literacy at 46.00% and female literacy at 18.87%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 120.
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 | 123 | 63 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 61 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 23 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 40 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Balarampur
Balarampur 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 Balarampur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Balarampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Balarampur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Balarampur is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balarampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balarampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Balarampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balarampur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balarampur
Where is Balarampur located?
Balarampur village is located in Bijatala Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balarampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balarampur is Chadheipahadi.
What is the pincode of Balarampur?
The pincode of Balarampur is 757042.
What is the population of Balarampur?
Balarampur had a total population of 123, including 63 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Balarampur?
Balarampur had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balarampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balarampur was 32.04%. Male literacy was 46.00% and female literacy was 18.87%.