Bagdia - Khaira, Balasore
Bagdia 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. Ratina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagdia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagdia is 393616. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 756047 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bagdia 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 Bagdia
According to the 2011 Census, Bagdia village had a total population of 273 people, including 134 males and 139 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.05%, with male literacy at 98.31% and female literacy at 85.95%.
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 | 273 | 134 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 116 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 18 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Bagdia
Bagdia 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 Bagdia
Bagdia 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Bagdia is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Bagdia 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 Bagdia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagdia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bagdia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagdia 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bagdia
Where is Bagdia located?
Bagdia village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bagdia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagdia is Ratina.
What is the pincode of Bagdia?
The pincode of Bagdia is 756047.
What is the population of Bagdia?
Bagdia had a total population of 273, including 134 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Bagdia?
Bagdia had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bagdia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagdia was 92.05%. Male literacy was 98.31% and female literacy was 85.95%.