Bhaluchua - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Bhaluchua is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from Charamal and around 70 km from Sambalpur. Rengali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhaluchua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhaluchua is 382354. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Bhaluchua 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 Bhaluchua
According to the 2011 Census, Bhaluchua village had a total population of 82 people, including 39 males and 43 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,103 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.08%, with male literacy at 90.32% and female literacy at 76.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
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 | 82 | 39 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 15 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 11 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Bhaluchua
Bhaluchua 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 Bhaluchua
Bhaluchua is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Redhakhol to Bhaluchua is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Bhaluchua is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhaluchua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhaluchua 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 Bhaluchua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhaluchua 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 Bhaluchua
Where is Bhaluchua located?
Bhaluchua village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhaluchua?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhaluchua is Rengali.
What is the pincode of Bhaluchua?
The pincode of Bhaluchua is 768106.
What is the population of Bhaluchua?
Bhaluchua had a total population of 82, including 39 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Bhaluchua?
Bhaluchua had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhaluchua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhaluchua was 83.08%. Male literacy was 90.32% and female literacy was 76.47%.