Balkudia Village - Padrauna, Kushinagar
Balkudia is a village situated in the Padrauna tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padrauna and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Balkudia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balkudia is 188471. The village covers a total geographical area of 701.12 hectares and falls under the 274307 pincode. Kushinagar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Balkudia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padrauna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kushi Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balkudia
As per Census 2011, Balkudia village has a total population of 4,822 people, consisting of 2,429 males and 2,393 females. The village has 766 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 845 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,350 literate and 2,472 illiterate residents. Additionally, 953 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balkudia are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,822 | 2,429 | 2,393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 845 | 429 | 416 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 953 | 478 | 475 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 2,350 | 1,458 | 892 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,472 | 971 | 1,501 |
Nearby Villages of Balkudia
Balkudia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hajari Patti | South | 1.39 km |
| Mathia Prasiddh Tiwari | East | 1.52 km |
| Sishan | North | 1.71 km |
| Hasna | East | 1.91 km |
| Harpur | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Ghur Chhapra | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Biraith | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Purnaha Buzurg | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Dibni | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Tejwalia | South-East | 2.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balkudia
Balkudia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barharagani, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kushinagar to Balkudia is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kushinagar to Balkudia is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balkudia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balkudia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Balkudia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balkudia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balkudia
Where is Balkudia located?
Balkudia village is located in Padrauna Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balkudia?
Balkudia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balkudia?
The pincode of Balkudia is 274307.
What is the population of Balkudia?
Balkudia has a total population of 4,822, including 2,429 males and 2,393 females.
How many households are there in Balkudia?
There are 766 households in Balkudia.
What is the literacy rate in Balkudia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balkudia is 48.73%. Male literacy is 60.02% and female literacy is 37.28%.