Bamaloi - Rengali, Sambalpur
Bamaloi is a village situated in the Rengali tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Thelkoloi and around 40 km from Sambalpur. Bamaloi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamaloi is 381686. The village covers a total geographical area of 1197 hectares and falls under the 768212 pincode. Jharsuguda is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Bamaloi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rengali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamaloi
As per Census 2011, Bamaloi village has a total population of 2,621 people, consisting of 1,285 males and 1,336 females. The village has 607 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 334 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,581 literate and 1,040 illiterate residents. Additionally, 217 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,764 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamaloi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,621 | 1,285 | 1,336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 170 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 101 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,764 | 889 | 875 |
| Literate Population | 1,581 | 897 | 684 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,040 | 388 | 652 |
Nearby Villages of Bamaloi
Bamaloi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tilaimal | East | 1.78 km |
| Gurupali | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Bhursipali | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Kharhiapali | North | 3.84 km |
| Lapanga | North-West | 3.98 km |
| Dharopali | North-East | 4.00 km |
| Derba | North | 4.77 km |
| Dhubenchhaper | North-West | 5.15 km |
| Nishanbhanga | South | 5.31 km |
| Jangala | South | 5.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bamaloi
Bamaloi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lapanga, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jharsuguda to Bamaloi is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Bamaloi is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamaloi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamaloi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bamaloi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamaloi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bamaloi
Where is Bamaloi located?
Bamaloi village is located in Rengali Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamaloi?
Bamaloi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bamaloi?
The pincode of Bamaloi is 768212.
What is the population of Bamaloi?
Bamaloi has a total population of 2,621, including 1,285 males and 1,336 females.
How many households are there in Bamaloi?
There are 607 households in Bamaloi.
What is the literacy rate in Bamaloi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamaloi is 60.32%. Male literacy is 69.81% and female literacy is 51.20%.