Ada - Simulia, Balasore
Ada is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Similia and around 75 km from Baleshwar. Ada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ada is 394082. The village covers a total geographical area of 659 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Ada 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 Ada
As per Census 2011, Ada village has a total population of 1,739 people, consisting of 903 males and 836 females. The village has 400 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,160 literate and 579 illiterate residents. Additionally, 251 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 221 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,739 | 903 | 836 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 108 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 251 | 128 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 221 | 110 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 1,160 | 672 | 488 |
| Illiterate Population | 579 | 231 | 348 |
Nearby Villages of Ada
Ada 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 Ada
Ada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Ada is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Ada is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ada 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ada
Where is Ada located?
Ada village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ada?
Ada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ada?
The pincode of Ada is 756134.
What is the population of Ada?
Ada has a total population of 1,739, including 903 males and 836 females.
How many households are there in Ada?
There are 400 households in Ada.
What is the literacy rate in Ada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ada is 66.71%. Male literacy is 74.42% and female literacy is 58.37%.