Balabhadraprasad - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Balabhadraprasad is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 175 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Bonaikela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balabhadraprasad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balabhadraprasad is 384977. The village covers a total geographical area of 285 hectares and falls under the 770043 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Balabhadraprasad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balabhadraprasad
As per Census 2011, Balabhadraprasad village has a total population of 228 people, consisting of 118 males and 110 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 80 literate and 148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 216 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balabhadraprasad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 228 | 118 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 216 | 109 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 47 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 71 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Balabhadraprasad
Balabhadraprasad 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 Balabhadraprasad
Public transport in the Balabhadraprasad is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Raurkela to Balabhadraprasad is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Balabhadraprasad is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balabhadraprasad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balabhadraprasad 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balabhadraprasad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balabhadraprasad 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 Balabhadraprasad
Where is Balabhadraprasad located?
Balabhadraprasad village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balabhadraprasad?
The Gram Panchayat of Balabhadraprasad is Bonaikela.
What is the pincode of Balabhadraprasad?
The pincode of Balabhadraprasad is 770043.
What is the population of Balabhadraprasad?
Balabhadraprasad has a total population of 228, including 118 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Balabhadraprasad?
There are 43 households in Balabhadraprasad.
What is the literacy rate in Balabhadraprasad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balabhadraprasad is 35.09%. Male literacy is 39.83% and female literacy is 30.00%.