Balbaspur - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Balbaspur is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Gopalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balbaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balbaspur is 383505. The village covers a total geographical area of 215 hectares and falls under the 770024 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Balbaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundargarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Balbaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Balbaspur village had a total population of 636 people, including 320 males and 316 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.91%, with male literacy at 81.18% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 392, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 144.
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 | 636 | 320 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 392 | 200 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 72 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 425 | 233 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 87 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Balbaspur
Balbaspur 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 Balbaspur
Balbaspur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Balbaspur is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balbaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balbaspur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balbaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balbaspur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balbaspur
Where is Balbaspur located?
Balbaspur village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balbaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balbaspur is Gopalpur.
What is the pincode of Balbaspur?
The pincode of Balbaspur is 770024.
What is the population of Balbaspur?
Balbaspur had a total population of 636, including 320 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Balbaspur?
Balbaspur had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balbaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balbaspur was 73.91%. Male literacy was 81.18% and female literacy was 66.67%.