Niankhia - Oupada, Balasore
Niankhia is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Oupada and around 50 km from Baleshwar. Badapokhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Niankhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Niankhia is 393339. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 756047 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Niankhia 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 Niankhia
According to the 2011 Census, Niankhia village had a total population of 132 people, including 59 males and 73 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,237 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.72%, with male literacy at 96.15% and female literacy at 80.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32.
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 | 132 | 59 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 50 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 9 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Niankhia
Niankhia 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 Niankhia
Niankhia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Niankhia.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Niankhia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Niankhia 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 Niankhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Niankhia 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 Niankhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Niankhia 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 Niankhia
Where is Niankhia located?
Niankhia village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Niankhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Niankhia is Badapokhari.
What is the pincode of Niankhia?
The pincode of Niankhia is 756047.
What is the population of Niankhia?
Niankhia had a total population of 132, including 59 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Niankhia?
Niankhia had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Niankhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Niankhia was 87.72%. Male literacy was 96.15% and female literacy was 80.65%.