Balikutha - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Balikutha is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Kisinda and around 72 km from Sambalpur. Panimura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balikutha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balikutha is 382104. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Balikutha 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 Balikutha
According to the 2011 Census, Balikutha village had a total population of 228 people, including 114 males and 114 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.98%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 62.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 148.
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 | 228 | 114 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 29 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 148 | 76 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 70 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 44 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Balikutha
Balikutha 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 Balikutha
Public transport in the Balikutha 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 Balikutha is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Balikutha is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balikutha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balikutha 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 Balikutha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balikutha 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 Balikutha
Where is Balikutha located?
Balikutha village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balikutha?
The Gram Panchayat of Balikutha is Panimura.
What is the pincode of Balikutha?
The pincode of Balikutha is 768106.
What is the population of Balikutha?
Balikutha had a total population of 228, including 114 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Balikutha?
Balikutha had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balikutha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balikutha was 71.98%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 62.89%.