Bhaluchuan(Bad) - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Bhaluchuan(Bad) is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Tiklipada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhaluchuan(Bad) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhaluchuan(Bad) is 381888. The village covers a total geographical area of 268 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Bhaluchuan(Bad) 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 Bhaluchuan(Bad)
As per Census 2011, Bhaluchuan(Bad) village has a total population of 520 people, consisting of 247 males and 273 females. The village has 149 households and a sex ratio of 1,105 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 307 literate and 213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 446 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhaluchuan(Bad) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 520 | 247 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 446 | 214 | 232 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 173 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 74 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Bhaluchuan(Bad)
Bhaluchuan(Bad) 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 Bhaluchuan(Bad)
Public transport in the Bhaluchuan(Bad) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bhaluchuan(Bad) is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Bhaluchuan(Bad) is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhaluchuan(Bad)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhaluchuan(Bad) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhaluchuan(Bad)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhaluchuan(Bad) 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 Bhaluchuan(Bad)
Where is Bhaluchuan(Bad) located?
Bhaluchuan(Bad) village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhaluchuan(Bad)?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhaluchuan(Bad) is Tiklipada.
What is the pincode of Bhaluchuan(Bad)?
The pincode of Bhaluchuan(Bad) is 768107.
What is the population of Bhaluchuan(Bad)?
Bhaluchuan(Bad) has a total population of 520, including 247 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Bhaluchuan(Bad)?
There are 149 households in Bhaluchuan(Bad).
What is the literacy rate in Bhaluchuan(Bad)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhaluchuan(Bad) is 59.04%. Male literacy is 70.04% and female literacy is 49.08%.