Ajipur - Simulia, Balasore
Ajipur is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 56 km from Similia and around 56 km from Baleshwar. Anandapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ajipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ajipur is 394048. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Ajipur 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 Ajipur
According to the 2011 Census, Ajipur village had a total population of 306 people, including 156 males and 150 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.12%, with male literacy at 84.89% and female literacy at 73.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 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 | 306 | 156 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 216 | 118 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 38 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Ajipur
Ajipur 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 Ajipur
Public transport in the Ajipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ajipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhadrak to Ajipur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Ajipur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ajipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ajipur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ajipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ajipur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ajipur
Where is Ajipur located?
Ajipur village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ajipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ajipur is Anandapur.
What is the pincode of Ajipur?
The pincode of Ajipur is 756134.
What is the population of Ajipur?
Ajipur had a total population of 306, including 156 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Ajipur?
Ajipur had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ajipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ajipur was 79.12%. Male literacy was 84.89% and female literacy was 73.13%.