Bihabali - Kochinda, Sambalpur
Bihabali is a village situated in the Kochinda tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochinda and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Telitileimal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bihabali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bihabali is 381588. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 768222 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Bihabali 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 Bihabali
According to the 2011 Census, Bihabali village had a total population of 63 people, including 33 males and 30 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 55.17% and female literacy at 44.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 57.
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 | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 17 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Bihabali
Bihabali is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Laidaguna | North | 1.60 km |
| Katunagar | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Madanmohanpur | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Barpanka | West | 2.76 km |
| Burudihi | East | 3.05 km |
| Arjundihi | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Dansanadihi | North | 4.07 km |
| Thakurniktimal | South-West | 4.14 km |
| Hagrudihi | West | 4.18 km |
| Teli-tileimal | North-West | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bihabali
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bihabali. The nearest railway station is Bagdihi, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bihabali is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Bihabali is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bihabali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bihabali 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bihabali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bihabali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bihabali
Where is Bihabali located?
Bihabali village is located in Kochinda Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bihabali?
The Gram Panchayat of Bihabali is Telitileimal.
What is the pincode of Bihabali?
The pincode of Bihabali is 768222.
What is the population of Bihabali?
Bihabali had a total population of 63, including 33 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Bihabali?
Bihabali had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bihabali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bihabali was 50.00%. Male literacy was 55.17% and female literacy was 44.44%.