Balakupa - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Balakupa is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Dukum serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balakupa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balakupa is 425192. The village covers a total geographical area of 305 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Balakupa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balakupa
According to the 2011 Census, Balakupa village had a total population of 139 people, including 71 males and 68 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.62%, with male literacy at 70.18% and female literacy at 25.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 72.
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 | 139 | 71 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 35 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 40 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 31 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Balakupa
Balakupa 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 Balakupa
Balakupa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Balakupa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Rayagada to Balakupa is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Balakupa is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balakupa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balakupa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balakupa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balakupa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balakupa
Where is Balakupa located?
Balakupa village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balakupa?
The Gram Panchayat of Balakupa is Dukum.
What is the pincode of Balakupa?
The pincode of Balakupa is 765019.
What is the population of Balakupa?
Balakupa had a total population of 139, including 71 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Balakupa?
Balakupa had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balakupa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balakupa was 48.62%. Male literacy was 70.18% and female literacy was 25.00%.