Balisinsa - Odagaon, Nayagarh
Balisinsa is a village situated in the Odagaon tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Odagaon and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Sunamuhin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balisinsa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balisinsa is 406506. The village covers a total geographical area of 170 hectares and falls under the 752081 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Balisinsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nayagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balisinsa
As per Census 2011, Balisinsa village has a total population of 925 people, consisting of 453 males and 472 females. The village has 260 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 622 literate and 303 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balisinsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 925 | 453 | 472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 622 | 358 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 95 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Balisinsa
Balisinsa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khangarpali | East | 1.17 km |
| Sidhapali | West | 1.41 km |
| Todigadia | North-West | 1.53 km |
| Kepti | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Sunamuhin | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Maliajhola | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Badhulipur | North | 2.78 km |
| Beladwar | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Landabadu | South | 2.99 km |
| Jhadasahi | East | 3.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balisinsa
Balisinsa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balugaon, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.0 km.
| 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 Nayagarh to Balisinsa is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Balisinsa is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balisinsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balisinsa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balisinsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balisinsa 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Balisinsa
Where is Balisinsa located?
Balisinsa village is located in Odagaon Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balisinsa?
The Gram Panchayat of Balisinsa is Sunamuhin.
What is the pincode of Balisinsa?
The pincode of Balisinsa is 752081.
What is the population of Balisinsa?
Balisinsa has a total population of 925, including 453 males and 472 females.
How many households are there in Balisinsa?
There are 260 households in Balisinsa.
What is the literacy rate in Balisinsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balisinsa is 67.24%. Male literacy is 79.03% and female literacy is 55.93%.