Demuria - Bhograi, Balasore
Demuria is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Kamarda and around 75 km from Baleshwar. Dahunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Demuria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Demuria is 391841. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 756034 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Demuria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Demuria
According to the 2011 Census, Demuria village had a total population of 429 people, including 232 males and 197 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 849 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.36%, with male literacy at 96.14% and female literacy at 83.62%.
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 | 429 | 232 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 347 | 199 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 33 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Demuria
Demuria 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 Demuria
Demuria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Demuria is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Demuria is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Demuria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Demuria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Demuria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Demuria 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Demuria
Where is Demuria located?
Demuria village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Demuria?
The Gram Panchayat of Demuria is Dahunda.
What is the pincode of Demuria?
The pincode of Demuria is 756034.
What is the population of Demuria?
Demuria had a total population of 429, including 232 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Demuria?
Demuria had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Demuria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Demuria was 90.36%. Male literacy was 96.14% and female literacy was 83.62%.