Balichakara - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Balichakara is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from Kochinda and around 82 km from Sambalpur. Dimirimunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balichakara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balichakara is 381595. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 768227 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Balichakara 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 Balichakara
According to the 2011 Census, Balichakara village had a total population of 60 people, including 31 males and 29 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 74.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 59.
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 | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 7 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Balichakara
Balichakara 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 Balichakara
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Balichakara.
| 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 Balichakara is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Balichakara is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balichakara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balichakara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balichakara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balichakara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balichakara
Where is Balichakara located?
Balichakara village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balichakara?
The Gram Panchayat of Balichakara is Dimirimunda.
What is the pincode of Balichakara?
The pincode of Balichakara is 768227.
What is the population of Balichakara?
Balichakara had a total population of 60, including 31 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Balichakara?
Balichakara had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balichakara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balichakara was 80.00%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 74.07%.