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
According to the 2011 Census, Kasia village had a total population of 490 people, including 252 males and 238 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.75%, with male literacy at 85.39% and female literacy at 59.81%.
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 | 490 | 252 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 33 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 490, including 252 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Kasia?
Kasia had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kasia was 72.75%. Male literacy was 85.39% and female literacy was 59.81%.