Bhaliadihi - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Bhaliadihi is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kurda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhaliadihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhaliadihi is 384819. The village covers a total geographical area of 291 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Bhaliadihi 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 Bhaliadihi
As per Census 2011, Bhaliadihi village has a total population of 416 people, consisting of 214 males and 202 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 161 literate and 255 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 367 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhaliadihi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 416 | 214 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 57 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 6 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 367 | 193 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 97 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 117 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Bhaliadihi
Bhaliadihi 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 Bhaliadihi
Public transport in the Bhaliadihi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhaliadihi is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Bhaliadihi is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhaliadihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhaliadihi 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 Bhaliadihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhaliadihi 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 Bhaliadihi
Where is Bhaliadihi located?
Bhaliadihi village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhaliadihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhaliadihi is Kurda.
What is the pincode of Bhaliadihi?
The pincode of Bhaliadihi is 770040.
What is the population of Bhaliadihi?
Bhaliadihi has a total population of 416, including 214 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Bhaliadihi?
There are 72 households in Bhaliadihi.
What is the literacy rate in Bhaliadihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhaliadihi is 38.70%. Male literacy is 45.33% and female literacy is 31.68%.