Bhalubasa - Rairangpur, Mayurbhanj
Bhalubasa is a village situated in the Rairangpur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Rairangpur Town and around 87 km from Baripada. Bhalubasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhalubasa is 387662. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 757050 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Bhalubasa 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 Bhalubasa
As per Census 2011, Bhalubasa village has a total population of 1,468 people, consisting of 711 males and 757 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 1,064 females per 1,000 males. There are 244 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 760 literate and 708 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 69 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhalubasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,468 | 711 | 757 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 122 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 35 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 760 | 428 | 332 |
| Illiterate Population | 708 | 283 | 425 |
Nearby Villages of Bhalubasa
Bhalubasa 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 Bhalubasa
Bhalubasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Bhalubasa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Bhalubasa is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Bhalubasa is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhalubasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhalubasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhalubasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhalubasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhalubasa
Where is Bhalubasa located?
Bhalubasa village is located in Rairangpur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhalubasa?
Bhalubasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhalubasa?
The pincode of Bhalubasa is 757050.
What is the population of Bhalubasa?
Bhalubasa has a total population of 1,468, including 711 males and 757 females.
How many households are there in Bhalubasa?
There are 311 households in Bhalubasa.
What is the literacy rate in Bhalubasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhalubasa is 51.77%. Male literacy is 60.20% and female literacy is 43.86%.