Balia - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Balia is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kundheidiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balia is 385035. The village covers a total geographical area of 695 hectares and falls under the 770043 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Balia 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 Balia
According to the 2011 Census, Balia village had a total population of 642 people, including 319 males and 323 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.29%, with male literacy at 72.29% and female literacy at 35.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 518.
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 | 642 | 319 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 70 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 518 | 253 | 265 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 180 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 139 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Balia
Balia 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 Balia
Balia 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 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 Balia is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Balia is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balia
Where is Balia located?
Balia village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balia?
The Gram Panchayat of Balia is Kundheidiha.
What is the pincode of Balia?
The pincode of Balia is 770043.
What is the population of Balia?
Balia had a total population of 642, including 319 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Balia?
Balia had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balia was 53.29%. Male literacy was 72.29% and female literacy was 35.58%.