Balangtali - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Balangtali is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Hanumantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balangtali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balangtali is 425095. The village covers a total geographical area of 226 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Balangtali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balangtali
According to the 2011 Census, Balangtali village had a total population of 155 people, including 81 males and 74 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 10.08%, with male literacy at 13.33% and female literacy at 6.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 155.
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 | 155 | 81 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 81 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 73 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Balangtali
Balangtali 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 Balangtali
Public transport in the Balangtali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudari to Balangtali is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Balangtali is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balangtali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balangtali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Balangtali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balangtali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balangtali
Where is Balangtali located?
Balangtali village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balangtali?
The Gram Panchayat of Balangtali is Hanumantpur.
What is the pincode of Balangtali?
The pincode of Balangtali is 765026.
What is the population of Balangtali?
Balangtali had a total population of 155, including 81 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Balangtali?
Balangtali had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balangtali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balangtali was 10.08%. Male literacy was 13.33% and female literacy was 6.78%.