Baliguda
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Baliguda
Introduction of Baliguda
Baliguda is a small town of Kandhamal district of Odisha as a NAC(Notified Area Council). Baliguda plays a role connecting near rural villages and urban.It is known for Peaceful natural environment and beauty. If you are a culture explorer and nature lover then baliguda has all to offer.
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Baliguda is not just a entry gate of popular places like Daringibadi but also a place full of tradition and spiritual significance.Baliguda serves as a major hub for tribal communities and nearby villages. It is surrounded by a desnse forest, small rivers, streams and green hills.
Where is balliguda?
Baliguda is 80 km from phulbani and 265 km from Bhubaneswar via Nayagarh by NH -57 and NH-59. Another route is 258 km via Gania.It is a Convenient stop those travel toward hill station Daringibadi and other tourist places.
Nature and Geography of Baliguda
Baliguda is surrounded by hills and pleasant climate especially in winter season.
The nearby dense teak forest attracts the nature lovers. Nearest rivers pilasalunki,and many other small rivers and waterfalls and dams are great spots for the nature lovers and also for photography.it is a scenetic heart of kandhamal.
Culture And Tradition
Maa pattakhanda is deity of baliguda town. The major attraction of the baliguda is Maa Pattakhanda temple which is situated centre of baliguda bazar.During Maa Pattakhanda Yatra and Dasahara puja Maa Pattakhanda temple is a witness of spiritual centre and large gathering of devotee.
There are so many tribal communities sucha as Kandha,Dongoria,Pano.
Local Festivals
- Maa Pattakhanda jatra
- Danda Nacha
- Raja parba
- Ratha Yatra
- Dasahara Puja
- Christmas
- Makarsankaranti
- Kedu
- folk music (reflects the culture roots of this area.)
Nearest Attraction Places
- Daringibadi
Daringibadi is the Kashmir of Odisha. its height from sea level is 3000 feet. Best time to visit is between October to March. It is 50 km from the baliguda town.
October to November- Post Monsoon freshness and temperature will be 10degree to 22 degree celcius.
December to February- Night is very Cold and temperature will be 0 degree to 3 degree celcius. and hosting local festival
March(Automn season)- Transition period, blooming flowers.
April to July- It will be quite hot due to summer season.
- Jaleshpata
Jaleshpata Shiva temple named as Jaleswar. located mid of the river. The shiva ling maximum time dip into the water known as Submerged secrete of kandhamal where devotion meets nature's whim.
- Baliguda Dandapadar Dam
It is 6 km from the town baliguda.Surrounds the lush green forest,agricultural fields.Perfect for layingout picnic blankets and enjoying a relaxed meal with friends and family.
- Ludu waterfall
Ludu waterfall is situated nearby Kotagarh wildlife sanctuary, is around 100 km from baliguda town. It has three layers of waterfalls with amazing sound creates in the silence of the forest.A perfect spot to unwind and connect with nature.
- Putudiwaterfall
It is the hidden gem of kandhamal
Best time to visit : October to February for pleasant weather and full water flow.best location to make picnic and enjoy with family and friends.
- Nature camp Mandasaru
Best time to visit :October to February(post-monsoon and winter months. It is 10 km from Raikia town. Mandasaru lokaly known as Gdan Kuti and oftern called odisha's silent valley.
- Muklingia Hill view
It is just 8 km from G.Udayagiri.and 220 km from Bhubaneswar. Perfect for a nature lover, Photographer
Best time to visit: October to March.(Avoid to visit in rainy day due to rocky hill may slippery)
State govt. has approved rupees 66 lakh for infrastructure at muklingia.
- Kalingia Botanical Garden
The Botanical Garden of Kalingia is peacefull and refressing destination for nature lover, photographers,students and tourists.It is just a 8 km from G.Udayagiri.This is place of peaceful for family picnic,Nature photography, Educational field trips bird watching. etc.
- Belghar wooden Banlow
The Banglow is located near the Belghar wildlife Sanctuary a home of Kandha tribal community. The area is an interesting spot for ecotourism and wildlife photography.
Best time to visit : October to March.
It is 80 km from Baliguda
- Jhula Bridge
The Jhulabridge is located at kutikia padmapadar. Long of this bridge is 100 meter.It is 10 km from baliguda town.
Local life and Economy
The local people of baliguda mainly revolves agriculture, forest products, local market,variey of business, hand woven products and bamboo crafts.Fishery,Dairy firm,Goat firm. Local nearby villagers depends on weekly market.
Health and Education
The main government hospital serving both emergency and outpatient needs. It provides maternal care,general medicine and minor sergeries. ANM center and ASHA Workers reaching remote villages around baliguda. Alternative medicine like Homeopathy and Ayurvedic is also popular with registered practitioners. Government runs several schools and private institutes also.
Local Food(Taste of Tradition-Local Cuisine)
- Rice,Dal
- Pakhala Bhata
- Kandula Dal
- Sajana Saga
- Khada Saga
- Barada Saga
- Sunsunia Saga
- Santula
- Ghanta Tarakari
- Srabana Kadhi Chatu (Local Mushroom)
- Jangala Chatu (Forest Mushroom)
- Bali Chatu (Sand Mushroom)
- Kendu (One type of Seasonal Fruit)
- Dimiri (One type of Seasonal Fruit)
- Jamukoli (One type of Seasonal Fruit)
- Mango (Seasonal Fruit)
- JackFruit (Seasonal Fruit)
- Bamboo curry
- Stream Fish(Local)
Baliguda is not just a place to visit- it's a place to experience. This humble town will leave you with memories of culture and senerity.If you enjoyed by getting knowledge about baliguda you can checkout other posts and share your thoughts and travel experience in the comment follow us for more updates of kandhamal.
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