Baladbandha - Lephripara, Sundargarh
Baladbandha is a village situated in the Lephripara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lephripara and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Rajbahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baladbandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baladbandha is 383663. The village covers a total geographical area of 274 hectares and falls under the 770012 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Baladbandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baladbandha
According to the 2011 Census, Baladbandha village had a total population of 221 people, including 111 males and 110 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.64%, with male literacy at 70.83% and female literacy at 46.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 169.
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 | 221 | 111 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 84 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 68 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 43 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Baladbandha
Baladbandha 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 Baladbandha
Public transport in the Baladbandha 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 Baladbandha is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baladbandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baladbandha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Baladbandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baladbandha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baladbandha
Where is Baladbandha located?
Baladbandha village is located in Lephripara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Baladbandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Baladbandha is Rajbahal.
What is the pincode of Baladbandha?
The pincode of Baladbandha is 770012.
What is the population of Baladbandha?
Baladbandha had a total population of 221, including 111 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Baladbandha?
Baladbandha had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baladbandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baladbandha was 58.64%. Male literacy was 70.83% and female literacy was 46.32%.