Ainri - Soro, Balasore
Ainri is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Soro and around 45 km from Baleshwar. Antapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ainri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ainri is 393969. The village covers a total geographical area of 282 hectares and falls under the 756046 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Ainri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ainri
As per Census 2011, Ainri village has a total population of 1,983 people, consisting of 1,008 males and 975 females. The village has 509 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,350 literate and 633 illiterate residents. Additionally, 285 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ainri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,983 | 1,008 | 975 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 132 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 142 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,350 | 753 | 597 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 255 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Ainri
Ainri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belapur | North-West | 1.05 km |
| Chittol | East | 1.41 km |
| Anantapur | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Reoda | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Pakhar | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Kochiakoili | North | 2.40 km |
| Mallipur | West | 2.47 km |
| Dianpahi | East | 2.60 km |
| Mulakaeda | South | 2.60 km |
| Mukteswarpur | West | 2.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ainri
Public transport in the Ainri is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Soro, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Soro to Ainri is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Ainri is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ainri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ainri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ainri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ainri 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ainri
Where is Ainri located?
Ainri village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ainri?
The Gram Panchayat of Ainri is Antapur.
What is the pincode of Ainri?
The pincode of Ainri is 756046.
What is the population of Ainri?
Ainri has a total population of 1,983, including 1,008 males and 975 females.
How many households are there in Ainri?
There are 509 households in Ainri.
What is the literacy rate in Ainri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ainri is 68.08%. Male literacy is 74.70% and female literacy is 61.23%.