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
According to the 2011 Census, Balipatna village had a total population of 1,179 people, including 619 males and 560 females, living in 274 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.98%, with male literacy at 98.73% and female literacy at 95.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,174.
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 | 1,179 | 619 | 560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 67 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,174 | 614 | 560 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,179, including 619 males and 560 females.
How many households are there in Balipatna?
Balipatna had 274 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balipatna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balipatna was 96.98%. Male literacy was 98.73% and female literacy was 95.09%.