Srikona (Part) - Balasore
Srikona (Part) is a village situated in the Balasore tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Chandipur and around 15 km from Baleshwar. Srikona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Srikona (Part) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Srikona (Part) is 392902. The village covers a total geographical area of 2506 hectares and falls under the 756025 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Srikona (Part) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balasore Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Srikona (Part)
According to the 2011 Census, Srikona (Part) village had a total population of 6,935 people, including 3,523 males and 3,412 females, living in 1,519 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.91%, with male literacy at 81.21% and female literacy at 64.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 328, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,897.
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 | 6,935 | 3,523 | 3,412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,028 | 548 | 480 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 328 | 153 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,897 | 930 | 967 |
| Literate Population | 4,307 | 2,416 | 1,891 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,628 | 1,107 | 1,521 |
Nearby Villages of Srikona (Part)
Srikona (Part) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hidigan | South-West | 3.49 km |
| Tentulipura | West | 3.54 km |
| Tigiria | West | 4.12 km |
| Raghunathpur | North-West | 5.15 km |
| Ranasahi | West | 5.48 km |
| Gudu | South-West | 6.19 km |
| Kaindhari | West | 6.23 km |
| Totapal Samil Palabalasore | North-West | 6.68 km |
| Jhagadapadhi | West | 6.80 km |
| Badadeulabad | West | 6.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Srikona (Part)
Srikona (Part) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balasore, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 140.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Srikona (Part) is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Srikona (Part)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Srikona (Part) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Srikona (Part)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Srikona (Part) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Srikona (Part)
Where is Srikona (Part) located?
Srikona (Part) village is located in Balasore Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Srikona (Part)?
The Gram Panchayat of Srikona (Part) is Srikona.
What is the pincode of Srikona (Part)?
The pincode of Srikona (Part) is 756025.
What is the population of Srikona (Part)?
Srikona (Part) had a total population of 6,935, including 3,523 males and 3,412 females.
How many households are there in Srikona (Part)?
Srikona (Part) had 1,519 households.
What is the literacy rate in Srikona (Part)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Srikona (Part) was 72.91%. Male literacy was 81.21% and female literacy was 64.50%.