Bhalubahal - Komna, Nuapada
Bhalubahal is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Sialati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhalubahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhalubahal is 421903. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bhalubahal 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 Bhalubahal
According to the 2011 Census, Bhalubahal village had a total population of 42 people, including 21 males and 21 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.95%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 61.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 35.
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 | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 2 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Bhalubahal
Bhalubahal 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 Bhalubahal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bhalubahal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhalubahal is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Bhalubahal is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhalubahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhalubahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhalubahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhalubahal 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 Bhalubahal
Where is Bhalubahal located?
Bhalubahal village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhalubahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhalubahal is Sialati.
What is the pincode of Bhalubahal?
The pincode of Bhalubahal is 766106.
What is the population of Bhalubahal?
Bhalubahal had a total population of 42, including 21 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Bhalubahal?
Bhalubahal had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhalubahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhalubahal was 78.95%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 61.11%.