Asuria - Khaira, Balasore
Asuria is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Khaira and around 54 km from Baleshwar. Sardang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asuria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asuria is 393584. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 756047 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Asuria 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 Asuria
According to the 2011 Census, Asuria village had a total population of 544 people, including 252 males and 292 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 1,159 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.25%, with male literacy at 88.68% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 46.
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 | 544 | 252 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 11 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 19 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 188 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 64 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Asuria
Asuria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gopinathpur | North-East | 0.97 km |
| Sunguda | West | 1.16 km |
| Rudhungia | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Mathanuagan | North | 1.33 km |
| Sardang | South | 1.43 km |
| Kaliha | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Andailo | West | 2.06 km |
| Panchagachhia | East | 2.30 km |
| Purbapada | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Miripurkhaira | South-East | 2.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asuria
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Asuria. The nearest railway station is Markona, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Asuria is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Asuria is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asuria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asuria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Asuria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asuria 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 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Asuria
Where is Asuria located?
Asuria village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Asuria?
The Gram Panchayat of Asuria is Sardang.
What is the pincode of Asuria?
The pincode of Asuria is 756047.
What is the population of Asuria?
Asuria had a total population of 544, including 252 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Asuria?
Asuria had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asuria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asuria was 81.25%. Male literacy was 88.68% and female literacy was 75.00%.