Bad Balimal - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Bad Balimal is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Kochinda and around 75 km from Sambalpur. Gunduruchuan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bad Balimal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bad Balimal is 381557. The village covers a total geographical area of 403 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bad Balimal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bad Balimal
As per Census 2011, Bad Balimal village has a total population of 467 people, consisting of 232 males and 235 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 295 literate and 172 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 201 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bad Balimal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 467 | 232 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 65 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 201 | 94 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 171 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 61 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Bad Balimal
Bad Balimal 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 Bad Balimal
Bad Balimal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Kochinda to Bad Balimal is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Bad Balimal is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bad Balimal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bad Balimal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bad Balimal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bad Balimal 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 Bad Balimal
Where is Bad Balimal located?
Bad Balimal village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bad Balimal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bad Balimal is Gunduruchuan.
What is the pincode of Bad Balimal?
The pincode of Bad Balimal is 768107.
What is the population of Bad Balimal?
Bad Balimal has a total population of 467, including 232 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Bad Balimal?
There are 128 households in Bad Balimal.
What is the literacy rate in Bad Balimal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bad Balimal is 63.17%. Male literacy is 73.71% and female literacy is 52.77%.