Andrai - Simulia, Balasore
Andrai is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from Similia and around 71 km from Baleshwar. Andarai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andrai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andrai is 394272. The village covers a total geographical area of 370 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Andrai 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 Andrai
As per Census 2011, Andrai village has a total population of 2,914 people, consisting of 1,458 males and 1,456 females. The village has 570 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 320 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,246 literate and 668 illiterate residents. Additionally, 539 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andrai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,914 | 1,458 | 1,456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 174 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 539 | 259 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,246 | 1,206 | 1,040 |
| Illiterate Population | 668 | 252 | 416 |
Nearby Villages of Andrai
Andrai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuladharbindha | North | 0.97 km |
| Samia | South | 1.54 km |
| Serapur | North | 1.69 km |
| Sugo | East | 2.00 km |
| Sabarang | West | 2.31 km |
| Kanchapada | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Talapada | North | 2.72 km |
| Kakhadapada | North | 2.97 km |
| Erara | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Sahara | South | 3.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Andrai
Andrai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranital, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Andrai is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Andrai is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andrai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andrai 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Andrai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andrai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Andrai
Where is Andrai located?
Andrai village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andrai?
The Gram Panchayat of Andrai is Andarai.
What is the pincode of Andrai?
The pincode of Andrai is 756134.
What is the population of Andrai?
Andrai has a total population of 2,914, including 1,458 males and 1,456 females.
How many households are there in Andrai?
There are 570 households in Andrai.
What is the literacy rate in Andrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andrai is 77.08%. Male literacy is 82.72% and female literacy is 71.43%.