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
As per Census 2011, Andola village has a total population of 327 people, consisting of 163 males and 164 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 254 literate and 73 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andola are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 327, including 163 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Andola?
There are 72 households in Andola.
What is the literacy rate in Andola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andola is 77.68%. Male literacy is 79.75% and female literacy is 75.61%.