Balichuan - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Balichuan is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Chakuliabahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balichuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balichuan is 381911. The village covers a total geographical area of 90 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Balichuan 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 Balichuan
According to the 2011 Census, Balichuan village had a total population of 91 people, including 50 males and 41 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 820 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.23%, with male literacy at 76.19% and female literacy at 37.84%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 83.
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 | 91 | 50 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 45 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 32 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 18 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Balichuan
Balichuan 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 Balichuan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Balichuan.
| 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 Kochinda to Balichuan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Balichuan is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balichuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balichuan 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Balichuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balichuan 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 Balichuan
Where is Balichuan located?
Balichuan village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balichuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Balichuan is Chakuliabahal.
What is the pincode of Balichuan?
The pincode of Balichuan is 768107.
What is the population of Balichuan?
Balichuan had a total population of 91, including 50 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Balichuan?
Balichuan had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balichuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balichuan was 58.23%. Male literacy was 76.19% and female literacy was 37.84%.