Balamaska - Kashipur, Rayagada
Balamaska is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Siripai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balamaska village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balamaska is 425966. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Balamaska village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balamaska
As per Census 2011, Balamaska village has a total population of 120 people, consisting of 53 males and 67 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,264 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balamaska are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 120 | 53 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 53 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 1 | - | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 53 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Balamaska
Balamaska 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 Balamaska
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Balamaska. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Balamaska.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Balamaska is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Balamaska is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balamaska
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balamaska 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balamaska
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balamaska 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 Balamaska
Where is Balamaska located?
Balamaska village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balamaska?
The Gram Panchayat of Balamaska is Siripai.
What is the pincode of Balamaska?
The pincode of Balamaska is 765015.
What is the population of Balamaska?
Balamaska has a total population of 120, including 53 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Balamaska?
There are 28 households in Balamaska.