Andola - Khaira, Balasore
Andola is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Khaira and around 70 km from Baleshwar. Bartana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andola is 393626. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 756126 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Andola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andola
According to the 2011 Census, Andola village had a total population of 327 people, including 163 males and 164 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.50%, with male literacy at 93.53% and female literacy at 83.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 203, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 327 | 163 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 106 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 130 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 33 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Andola
Andola 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 Andola
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Andola.
| 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 Soro to Andola is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Andola is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andola 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 Andola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Andola
Where is Andola located?
Andola village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Andola?
The Gram Panchayat of Andola is Bartana.
What is the pincode of Andola?
The pincode of Andola is 756126.
What is the population of Andola?
Andola had a total population of 327, including 163 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Andola?
Andola had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Andola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andola was 88.50%. Male literacy was 93.53% and female literacy was 83.78%.