Baligeda - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Baligeda 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 Baligeda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baligeda is 425089. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Baligeda 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 Baligeda
According to the 2011 Census, Baligeda village had a total population of 87 people, including 47 males and 40 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 851 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.39%, with male literacy at 33.33% and female literacy at 18.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 81.
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 | 87 | 47 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 43 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 34 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Baligeda
Baligeda 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 Baligeda
Public transport in the Baligeda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Baligeda is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Baligeda 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 Baligeda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baligeda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Baligeda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baligeda 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 Baligeda
Where is Baligeda located?
Baligeda village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baligeda?
The Gram Panchayat of Baligeda is Hanumantpur.
What is the pincode of Baligeda?
The pincode of Baligeda is 765020.
What is the population of Baligeda?
Baligeda had a total population of 87, including 47 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Baligeda?
Baligeda had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baligeda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baligeda was 26.39%. Male literacy was 33.33% and female literacy was 18.18%.