Pathuria - Bhograi, Balasore
Pathuria is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Kamarda and around 78 km from Baleshwar. Sianroi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pathuria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pathuria is 391844. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 756035 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Pathuria 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 Pathuria
According to the 2011 Census, Pathuria village had a total population of 251 people, including 128 males and 123 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.28%, with male literacy at 97.25% and female literacy at 83.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 251 | 128 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 106 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 22 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Pathuria
Pathuria 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 Pathuria
Pathuria 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 Pathuria is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Pathuria is about 78 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 Pathuria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pathuria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pathuria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pathuria 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pathuria
Where is Pathuria located?
Pathuria village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pathuria?
The Gram Panchayat of Pathuria is Sianroi.
What is the pincode of Pathuria?
The pincode of Pathuria is 756035.
What is the population of Pathuria?
Pathuria had a total population of 251, including 128 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Pathuria?
Pathuria had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pathuria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pathuria was 90.28%. Male literacy was 97.25% and female literacy was 83.18%.