Palasia - Bhograi, Balasore
Palasia is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 0.5 km from Bhograi and around 73 km from Baleshwar. Sunadharbasan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palasia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palasia is 391653. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 756038 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Palasia 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 Palasia
As per Census 2011, Palasia village has a total population of 1,371 people, consisting of 712 males and 659 females. The village has 347 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,058 literate and 313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palasia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,371 | 712 | 659 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 80 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 90 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,058 | 584 | 474 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 128 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Palasia
Palasia 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 Palasia
Palasia 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Palasia is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Palasia is about 73 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 Palasia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palasia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Palasia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palasia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palasia
Where is Palasia located?
Palasia village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palasia?
The Gram Panchayat of Palasia is Sunadharbasan.
What is the pincode of Palasia?
The pincode of Palasia is 756038.
What is the population of Palasia?
Palasia has a total population of 1,371, including 712 males and 659 females.
How many households are there in Palasia?
There are 347 households in Palasia.
What is the literacy rate in Palasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palasia is 77.17%. Male literacy is 82.02% and female literacy is 71.93%.