Balanda - Lathikata, Sundargarh
Balanda is a village situated in the Lathikata tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Brahmani Tarang and around 100 km from Sundargarh. Balanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balanda is 384577. The village covers a total geographical area of 1213 hectares and falls under the 770031 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Balanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balanda
As per Census 2011, Balanda village has a total population of 3,834 people, consisting of 1,947 males and 1,887 females. The village has 825 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 596 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,069 literate and 1,765 illiterate residents. Additionally, 242 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,976 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,834 | 1,947 | 1,887 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 596 | 283 | 313 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 124 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,976 | 1,494 | 1,482 |
| Literate Population | 2,069 | 1,275 | 794 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,765 | 672 | 1,093 |
Nearby Villages of Balanda
Balanda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pitamahul | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Jiabahal | North | 2.88 km |
| Gutidarha | East | 2.90 km |
| Sagjore | North-West | 3.38 km |
| Dalakudar | South-East | 3.94 km |
| Dandiapali | North-East | 5.28 km |
| Mandiakudar | North-West | 6.17 km |
| Tumran | East | 6.26 km |
| Lungei | North-East | 6.79 km |
| Gopapali | North-East | 7.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balanda
Balanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalunga, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Balanda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Balanda is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balanda 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Balanda
Where is Balanda located?
Balanda village is located in Lathikata Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balanda?
Balanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balanda?
The pincode of Balanda is 770031.
What is the population of Balanda?
Balanda has a total population of 3,834, including 1,947 males and 1,887 females.
How many households are there in Balanda?
There are 825 households in Balanda.
What is the literacy rate in Balanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balanda is 53.96%. Male literacy is 65.49% and female literacy is 42.08%.