Aghasul - Oupada, Balasore
Aghasul is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Oupada and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Badapokhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aghasul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aghasul is 393345. The village covers a total geographical area of 14 hectares and falls under the 756047 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Aghasul 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 Aghasul
As per Census 2011, Aghasul village has a total population of 212 people, consisting of 106 males and 106 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 140 literate and 72 illiterate residents. Additionally, 142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aghasul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 212 | 106 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 75 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 79 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 27 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Aghasul
Aghasul 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 Aghasul
Aghasul 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Aghasul is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Aghasul is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aghasul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aghasul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Aghasul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aghasul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Aghasul
Where is Aghasul located?
Aghasul village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aghasul?
The Gram Panchayat of Aghasul is Badapokhari.
What is the pincode of Aghasul?
The pincode of Aghasul is 756047.
What is the population of Aghasul?
Aghasul has a total population of 212, including 106 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Aghasul?
There are 44 households in Aghasul.
What is the literacy rate in Aghasul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aghasul is 66.04%. Male literacy is 74.53% and female literacy is 57.55%.