Balipatapur - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Balipatapur is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Ramalenka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balipatapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balipatapur is 410240. The village covers a total geographical area of 14 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Balipatapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balipatapur
According to the 2011 Census, Balipatapur village had a total population of 337 people, including 179 males and 158 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.78%, with male literacy at 77.30% and female literacy at 54.35%.
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 | 337 | 179 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 126 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 53 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Balipatapur
Balipatapur 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 Balipatapur
Balipatapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Balipatapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Balipatapur is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Balipatapur is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balipatapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balipatapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balipatapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balipatapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Balipatapur
Where is Balipatapur located?
Balipatapur village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balipatapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balipatapur is Ramalenka.
What is the pincode of Balipatapur?
The pincode of Balipatapur is 752032.
What is the population of Balipatapur?
Balipatapur had a total population of 337, including 179 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Balipatapur?
Balipatapur had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balipatapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balipatapur was 66.78%. Male literacy was 77.30% and female literacy was 54.35%.