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
According to the 2011 Census, Palasia village had a total population of 1,371 people, including 712 males and 659 females, living in 347 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.88%, with male literacy at 92.41% and female literacy at 79.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 165, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,371, including 712 males and 659 females.
How many households are there in Palasia?
Palasia had 347 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palasia was 85.88%. Male literacy was 92.41% and female literacy was 79.00%.