Balibuda - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Balibuda is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Kochinda and around 75 km from Sambalpur. Dimirimunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balibuda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balibuda is 381606. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Balibuda 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 Balibuda
According to the 2011 Census, Balibuda village had a total population of 166 people, including 82 males and 84 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.24%, with male literacy at 70.42% and female literacy at 54.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 102.
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 | 166 | 82 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 53 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 50 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 32 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Balibuda
Balibuda 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 Balibuda
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Balibuda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Balibuda is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Balibuda 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 Balibuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balibuda 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Balibuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balibuda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balibuda
Where is Balibuda located?
Balibuda village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balibuda?
The Gram Panchayat of Balibuda is Dimirimunda.
What is the pincode of Balibuda?
The pincode of Balibuda is 768107.
What is the population of Balibuda?
Balibuda had a total population of 166, including 82 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Balibuda?
Balibuda had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balibuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balibuda was 62.24%. Male literacy was 70.42% and female literacy was 54.17%.