Aida - Athmallik, Angul
Aida is a village situated in the Athmallik tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Athmallik and around 100 km from Anugul . Aida village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aida is 404867. The village covers a total geographical area of 789 hectares and falls under the 759125 pincode. Athamallik is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Aida village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athmallik Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aida
According to the 2011 Census, Aida village had a total population of 995 people, including 500 males and 495 females, living in 246 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.83%, with male literacy at 89.04% and female literacy at 66.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 382, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 995 | 500 | 495 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 62 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 382 | 191 | 191 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 681 | 390 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 110 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Aida
Aida 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 Aida
Aida is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Athamallik to Aida is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Aida 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 Aida
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aida village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aida
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aida 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Aida
Where is Aida located?
Aida village is located in Athmallik Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Aida?
Aida is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aida?
The pincode of Aida is 759125.
What is the population of Aida?
Aida had a total population of 995, including 500 males and 495 females.
How many households are there in Aida?
Aida had 246 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aida?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aida was 77.83%. Male literacy was 89.04% and female literacy was 66.59%.