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
According to the 2011 Census, Ada village had a total population of 1,739 people, including 903 males and 836 females, living in 400 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.47%, with male literacy at 84.53% and female literacy at 67.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 251, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 221.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,739, including 903 males and 836 females.
How many households are there in Ada?
Ada had 400 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ada was 76.47%. Male literacy was 84.53% and female literacy was 67.59%.