Balipati - Komna, Nuapada
Balipati is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Jatgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balipati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balipati is 421944. The village covers a total geographical area of 2052.27 hectares and falls under the 766105 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Balipati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balipati
According to the 2011 Census, Balipati village had a total population of 805 people, including 403 males and 402 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.75%, with male literacy at 57.93% and female literacy at 28.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 534.
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 | 805 | 403 | 402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 75 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 534 | 272 | 262 |
| Literate Population | 286 | 190 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 519 | 213 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Balipati
Balipati 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 Balipati
Public transport in the Balipati is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Khariar Road to Balipati is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Balipati is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balipati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balipati 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 Balipati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balipati 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 Balipati
Where is Balipati located?
Balipati village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balipati?
The Gram Panchayat of Balipati is Jatgarh.
What is the pincode of Balipati?
The pincode of Balipati is 766105.
What is the population of Balipati?
Balipati had a total population of 805, including 403 males and 402 females.
How many households are there in Balipati?
Balipati had 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balipati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balipati was 42.75%. Male literacy was 57.93% and female literacy was 28.15%.