Balichua (Bad) - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Balichua (Bad) is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Duduka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balichua (Bad) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balichua (Bad) is 383514. The village covers a total geographical area of 434 hectares and falls under the 770021 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Balichua (Bad) 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 Balichua (Bad)
As per Census 2011, Balichua (Bad) village has a total population of 714 people, consisting of 363 males and 351 females. The village has 181 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 463 literate and 251 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 483 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balichua (Bad) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 714 | 363 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 483 | 243 | 240 |
| Literate Population | 463 | 267 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 96 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Balichua (Bad)
Balichua (Bad) 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 Balichua (Bad)
Balichua (Bad) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Balichua (Bad) is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Balichua (Bad) is about 30 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 Balichua (Bad)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balichua (Bad) 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Balichua (Bad)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balichua (Bad) 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 Balichua (Bad)
Where is Balichua (Bad) located?
Balichua (Bad) village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balichua (Bad)?
The Gram Panchayat of Balichua (Bad) is Duduka.
What is the pincode of Balichua (Bad)?
The pincode of Balichua (Bad) is 770021.
What is the population of Balichua (Bad)?
Balichua (Bad) has a total population of 714, including 363 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Balichua (Bad)?
There are 181 households in Balichua (Bad).
What is the literacy rate in Balichua (Bad)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balichua (Bad) is 64.85%. Male literacy is 73.55% and female literacy is 55.84%.