Balarama - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Balarama is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Kulundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balarama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balarama is 382012. The village covers a total geographical area of 229 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Balarama 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 Balarama
According to the 2011 Census, Balarama village had a total population of 271 people, including 129 males and 142 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 1,101 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.10%, with male literacy at 85.09% and female literacy at 59.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 96.
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 | 271 | 129 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 15 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 62 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 46 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 97 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 32 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Balarama
Balarama 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 Balarama
Balarama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sambalpur to Balarama is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Balarama is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balarama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balarama 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 Balarama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balarama 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 Balarama
Where is Balarama located?
Balarama village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balarama?
The Gram Panchayat of Balarama is Kulundi.
What is the pincode of Balarama?
The pincode of Balarama is 768107.
What is the population of Balarama?
Balarama had a total population of 271, including 129 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Balarama?
Balarama had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balarama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balarama was 72.10%. Male literacy was 85.09% and female literacy was 59.66%.