Baldihi - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Baldihi is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 181 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Rajamunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baldihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baldihi is 384856. The village covers a total geographical area of 113 hectares and falls under the 770044 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Baldihi 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 Baldihi
According to the 2011 Census, Baldihi village had a total population of 232 people, including 109 males and 123 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,128 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.78%, with male literacy at 76.29% and female literacy at 62.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 231.
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 | 232 | 109 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 231 | 109 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 74 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 35 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Baldihi
Baldihi 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 Baldihi
Public transport in the Baldihi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Baldihi is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Baldihi is about 181 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baldihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baldihi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Baldihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baldihi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Baldihi
Where is Baldihi located?
Baldihi village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baldihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Baldihi is Rajamunda.
What is the pincode of Baldihi?
The pincode of Baldihi is 770044.
What is the population of Baldihi?
Baldihi had a total population of 232, including 109 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Baldihi?
Baldihi had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baldihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baldihi was 68.78%. Male literacy was 76.29% and female literacy was 62.04%.