Sialia - Bhograi, Balasore
Sialia is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 97 km from Bhograi and around 97 km from Baleshwar. Gopinathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sialia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sialia is 391729. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 756036 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Sialia 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 Sialia
According to the 2011 Census, Sialia village had a total population of 1,178 people, including 614 males and 564 females, living in 301 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.28%, with male literacy at 84.01% and female literacy at 67.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,178 | 614 | 564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 51 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 817 | 473 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 141 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Sialia
Sialia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nimatpur | South-East | 0.86 km |
| Naiduli | North | 1.37 km |
| Palusia | North-West | 1.41 km |
| Gopinathpur | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Pasarbindha | South | 1.61 km |
| Kochiladangar | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Kanhupur | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Jairampur | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Ghantilodi(ghantiadi) | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Chak-kanhupur | West | 2.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sialia
Sialia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Digha Flag Station, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sialia is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Sialia is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sialia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sialia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sialia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sialia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sialia
Where is Sialia located?
Sialia village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sialia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sialia is Gopinathpur.
What is the pincode of Sialia?
The pincode of Sialia is 756036.
What is the population of Sialia?
Sialia had a total population of 1,178, including 614 males and 564 females.
How many households are there in Sialia?
Sialia had 301 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sialia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sialia was 76.28%. Male literacy was 84.01% and female literacy was 67.72%.