Jhinkiria - Baliapal, Balasore
Jhinkiria is a village situated in the Baliapal tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Singla and around 52 km from Baleshwar. Baniadiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhinkiria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhinkiria is 392248. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 756024 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Jhinkiria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhinkiria
According to the 2011 Census, Jhinkiria village had a total population of 306 people, including 157 males and 149 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.25%, with male literacy at 97.32% and female literacy at 97.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 121.
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 | 306 | 157 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 57 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 145 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 12 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Jhinkiria
Jhinkiria 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 Jhinkiria
Public transport in the Jhinkiria is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Jhinkiria is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Jhinkiria is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhinkiria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhinkiria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhinkiria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhinkiria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhinkiria
Where is Jhinkiria located?
Jhinkiria village is located in Baliapal Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhinkiria?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhinkiria is Baniadiha.
What is the pincode of Jhinkiria?
The pincode of Jhinkiria is 756024.
What is the population of Jhinkiria?
Jhinkiria had a total population of 306, including 157 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Jhinkiria?
Jhinkiria had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhinkiria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhinkiria was 97.25%. Male literacy was 97.32% and female literacy was 97.18%.