Balipata - Kochinda, Sambalpur
Balipata is a village situated in the Kochinda tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochinda and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Boxama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balipata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balipata is 381637. The village covers a total geographical area of 504 hectares and falls under the 768227 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Balipata 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 Balipata
As per Census 2011, Balipata village has a total population of 66 people, consisting of 37 males and 29 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 783 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 36 literate and 30 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balipata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 66 | 37 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 23 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 14 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Balipata
Balipata 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 Balipata
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Balipata.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Balipata is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Balipata is about 80 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 Balipata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balipata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balipata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balipata 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balipata
Where is Balipata located?
Balipata village is located in Kochinda Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balipata?
The Gram Panchayat of Balipata is Boxama.
What is the pincode of Balipata?
The pincode of Balipata is 768227.
What is the population of Balipata?
Balipata has a total population of 66, including 37 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Balipata?
There are 14 households in Balipata.
What is the literacy rate in Balipata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balipata is 54.55%. Male literacy is 62.16% and female literacy is 44.83%.