Paschimanalia - Bhograi, Balasore
Paschimanalia is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from Kamarda and around 96 km from Baleshwar. Putina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paschimanalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paschimanalia is 391877. The village covers a total geographical area of 116 hectares and falls under the 756036 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Paschimanalia 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 Paschimanalia
As per Census 2011, Paschimanalia village has a total population of 1,088 people, consisting of 548 males and 540 females. The village has 222 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 696 literate and 392 illiterate residents. Additionally, 811 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paschimanalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,088 | 548 | 540 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 74 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 811 | 407 | 404 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 696 | 396 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 392 | 152 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of Paschimanalia
Paschimanalia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Baunsdiha | North-East | 0.85 km |
| Kiarda | West | 1.27 km |
| Kachuari | East | 1.43 km |
| Mukuleshpur | South-East | 2.05 km |
| Karihanda | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Kasabakamarda | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Durpal | West | 2.38 km |
| Putina | South | 2.50 km |
| Uladi | South | 2.52 km |
| Benuda | South-East | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paschimanalia
Public transport in the Paschimanalia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jaleswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Paschimanalia is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Paschimanalia is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paschimanalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paschimanalia 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Paschimanalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paschimanalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Paschimanalia
Where is Paschimanalia located?
Paschimanalia village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paschimanalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Paschimanalia is Putina.
What is the pincode of Paschimanalia?
The pincode of Paschimanalia is 756036.
What is the population of Paschimanalia?
Paschimanalia has a total population of 1,088, including 548 males and 540 females.
How many households are there in Paschimanalia?
There are 222 households in Paschimanalia.
What is the literacy rate in Paschimanalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paschimanalia is 63.97%. Male literacy is 72.26% and female literacy is 55.56%.