Balikiari - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Balikiari is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Kisinda and around 80 km from Sambalpur. Panimura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balikiari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balikiari is 382094. The village covers a total geographical area of 177 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Balikiari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balikiari
According to the 2011 Census, Balikiari village had a total population of 103 people, including 48 males and 55 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,146 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.34%, with male literacy at 80.49% and female literacy at 66.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
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 | 103 | 48 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 15 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Balikiari
Balikiari 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 Balikiari
Balikiari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Redhakhol to Balikiari is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Balikiari 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 Balikiari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balikiari 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Balikiari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balikiari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balikiari
Where is Balikiari located?
Balikiari village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balikiari?
The Gram Panchayat of Balikiari is Panimura.
What is the pincode of Balikiari?
The pincode of Balikiari is 768106.
What is the population of Balikiari?
Balikiari had a total population of 103, including 48 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Balikiari?
Balikiari had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balikiari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balikiari was 72.34%. Male literacy was 80.49% and female literacy was 66.04%.