Balibasta - Gop, Puri
Balibasta is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Nuakholamara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balibasta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balibasta is 409443. The village covers a total geographical area of 94 hectares and falls under the 752121 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Balibasta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balibasta
According to the 2011 Census, Balibasta village had a total population of 757 people, including 362 males and 395 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 1,091 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.07%, with male literacy at 96.86% and female literacy at 93.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
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 | 757 | 362 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 44 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 20 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 637 | 308 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 54 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Balibasta
Balibasta 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 Balibasta
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Balibasta.
| 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 Nimapada to Balibasta is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Balibasta is about 24 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 Balibasta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balibasta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Balibasta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balibasta 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 Balibasta
Where is Balibasta located?
Balibasta village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balibasta?
The Gram Panchayat of Balibasta is Nuakholamara.
What is the pincode of Balibasta?
The pincode of Balibasta is 752121.
What is the population of Balibasta?
Balibasta had a total population of 757, including 362 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Balibasta?
Balibasta had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balibasta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balibasta was 95.07%. Male literacy was 96.86% and female literacy was 93.47%.