Pathareswar - Bhograi, Balasore
Pathareswar is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Bhograi and around 88 km from Baleshwar. Jagannathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pathareswar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pathareswar is 391766. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 756037 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Pathareswar 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 Pathareswar
According to the 2011 Census, Pathareswar village had a total population of 721 people, including 360 males and 361 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.42%, with male literacy at 90.55% and female literacy at 68.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 703.
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 | 721 | 360 | 361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 703 | 350 | 353 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 278 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 82 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Pathareswar
Pathareswar 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 Pathareswar
Pathareswar 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 5-10 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 Pathareswar is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Pathareswar is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pathareswar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pathareswar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Pathareswar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pathareswar 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pathareswar
Where is Pathareswar located?
Pathareswar village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pathareswar?
The Gram Panchayat of Pathareswar is Jagannathpur.
What is the pincode of Pathareswar?
The pincode of Pathareswar is 756037.
What is the population of Pathareswar?
Pathareswar had a total population of 721, including 360 males and 361 females.
How many households are there in Pathareswar?
Pathareswar had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pathareswar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pathareswar was 79.42%. Male literacy was 90.55% and female literacy was 68.39%.