Purbaada - Simulia, Balasore
Purbaada is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Similia and around 70 km from Baleshwar. Ada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbaada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbaada is 394123. The village covers a total geographical area of 158 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Purbaada 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 Purbaada
As per Census 2011, Purbaada village has a total population of 561 people, consisting of 297 males and 264 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 255 literate and 306 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 91 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purbaada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 561 | 297 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 54 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 65 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 48 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 142 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 155 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Purbaada
Purbaada 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 Purbaada
Public transport in the Purbaada is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Purbaada.
| 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Purbaada is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Purbaada is about 70 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 Purbaada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbaada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purbaada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purbaada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Purbaada
Where is Purbaada located?
Purbaada village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbaada?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbaada is Ada.
What is the pincode of Purbaada?
The pincode of Purbaada is 756134.
What is the population of Purbaada?
Purbaada has a total population of 561, including 297 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Purbaada?
There are 112 households in Purbaada.
What is the literacy rate in Purbaada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbaada is 45.45%. Male literacy is 47.81% and female literacy is 42.80%.