Balipatna - Kanas, Puri
Balipatna is a village situated in the Kanas tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1.5 km from Satyabadi and around 55 km from Puri. Badas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balipatna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balipatna is 409556. The village covers a total geographical area of 3 hectares and falls under the 752017 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Balipatna 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 Balipatna
As per Census 2011, Balipatna village has a total population of 1,179 people, consisting of 619 males and 560 females. The village has 274 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,029 literate and 150 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,174 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balipatna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,179 | 619 | 560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 67 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,174 | 614 | 560 |
| Literate Population | 1,029 | 545 | 484 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 74 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Balipatna
Balipatna 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 Balipatna
Balipatna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Balipatna is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Balipatna is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balipatna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balipatna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Balipatna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balipatna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Balipatna
Where is Balipatna located?
Balipatna village is located in Kanas Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balipatna?
The Gram Panchayat of Balipatna is Badas.
What is the pincode of Balipatna?
The pincode of Balipatna is 752017.
What is the population of Balipatna?
Balipatna has a total population of 1,179, including 619 males and 560 females.
How many households are there in Balipatna?
There are 274 households in Balipatna.
What is the literacy rate in Balipatna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balipatna is 87.28%. Male literacy is 88.05% and female literacy is 86.43%.