Balabhadrapur - Kanas, Puri
Balabhadrapur is a village situated in the Kanas tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Satyabadi and around 35 km from Puri. Gadabalabhadrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balabhadrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balabhadrapur is 409588. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 752017 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Balabhadrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satyabadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balabhadrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Balabhadrapur village had a total population of 1,612 people, including 816 males and 796 females, living in 365 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.42%, with male literacy at 95.53% and female literacy at 79.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 118.
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 | 1,612 | 816 | 796 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 122 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 58 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,216 | 663 | 553 |
| Illiterate Population | 396 | 153 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Balabhadrapur
Balabhadrapur 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 Balabhadrapur
Balabhadrapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Balabhadrapur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Balabhadrapur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balabhadrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balabhadrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balabhadrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balabhadrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Balabhadrapur
Where is Balabhadrapur located?
Balabhadrapur village is located in Kanas Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balabhadrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balabhadrapur is Gadabalabhadrapur.
What is the pincode of Balabhadrapur?
The pincode of Balabhadrapur is 752017.
What is the population of Balabhadrapur?
Balabhadrapur had a total population of 1,612, including 816 males and 796 females.
How many households are there in Balabhadrapur?
Balabhadrapur had 365 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balabhadrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balabhadrapur was 87.42%. Male literacy was 95.53% and female literacy was 79.34%.