Kasigadia - Oupada, Balasore
Kasigadia is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Oupada and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Talakia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kasigadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kasigadia is 393362. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 756049 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kasigadia 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 Kasigadia
According to the 2011 Census, Kasigadia village had a total population of 235 people, including 118 males and 117 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.98%, with male literacy at 86.41% and female literacy at 65.35%.
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 | 235 | 118 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 89 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 29 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Kasigadia
Kasigadia 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 Kasigadia
Kasigadia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Soro to Kasigadia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kasigadia 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 Kasigadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kasigadia 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kasigadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kasigadia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kasigadia
Where is Kasigadia located?
Kasigadia village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kasigadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kasigadia is Talakia.
What is the pincode of Kasigadia?
The pincode of Kasigadia is 756049.
What is the population of Kasigadia?
Kasigadia had a total population of 235, including 118 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Kasigadia?
Kasigadia had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kasigadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kasigadia was 75.98%. Male literacy was 86.41% and female literacy was 65.35%.