Kasia - Bhograi, Balasore
Kasia is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from Kamarda and around 77 km from Baleshwar. Dahunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kasia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kasia is 391842. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 756035 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kasia 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 Kasia
As per Census 2011, Kasia village has a total population of 490 people, consisting of 252 males and 238 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 315 literate and 175 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kasia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 490 | 252 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 33 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 187 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 65 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Kasia
Kasia 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 Kasia
Kasia 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 Kasia is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kasia is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kasia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kasia 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 Kasia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kasia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kasia
Where is Kasia located?
Kasia village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kasia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kasia is Dahunda.
What is the pincode of Kasia?
The pincode of Kasia is 756035.
What is the population of Kasia?
Kasia has a total population of 490, including 252 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Kasia?
There are 115 households in Kasia.
What is the literacy rate in Kasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kasia is 64.29%. Male literacy is 74.21% and female literacy is 53.78%.