Bauriora - Nilagiri, Balasore
Bauriora is a village situated in the Nilagiri tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Berhampur and around 50 km from Baleshwar. Tentulia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bauriora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bauriora is 393252. The village covers a total geographical area of 267 hectares and falls under the 756058 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bauriora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bauriora
According to the 2011 Census, Bauriora village had a total population of 583 people, including 274 males and 309 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 1,128 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.83%, with male literacy at 79.65% and female literacy at 52.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 545.
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 | 583 | 274 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 545 | 257 | 288 |
| Literate Population | 317 | 180 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 94 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Bauriora
Bauriora 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 Bauriora
Bauriora 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Bauriora is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Bauriora is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bauriora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bauriora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bauriora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bauriora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bauriora
Where is Bauriora located?
Bauriora village is located in Nilagiri Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bauriora?
The Gram Panchayat of Bauriora is Tentulia.
What is the pincode of Bauriora?
The pincode of Bauriora is 756058.
What is the population of Bauriora?
Bauriora had a total population of 583, including 274 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Bauriora?
Bauriora had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bauriora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bauriora was 64.83%. Male literacy was 79.65% and female literacy was 52.09%.