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
According to the 2011 Census, Bad Balimal village had a total population of 467 people, including 232 males and 235 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.78%, with male literacy at 84.65% and female literacy at 59.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 130, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 201.
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 | 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 had a total population of 467, including 232 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Bad Balimal?
Bad Balimal had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bad Balimal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bad Balimal was 71.78%. Male literacy was 84.65% and female literacy was 59.33%.