Baghua - Soro, Balasore
Baghua is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Soro and around 43 km from Baleshwar. Jadia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baghua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baghua is 393725. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Baghua 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 Baghua
According to the 2011 Census, Baghua village had a total population of 461 people, including 239 males and 222 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.63%, with male literacy at 86.63% and female literacy at 82.56%.
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 | 461 | 239 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 37 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 175 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 64 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Baghua
Baghua 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 Baghua
Baghua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Baghua.
| 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 Soro to Baghua is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Baghua is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baghua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baghua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Baghua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baghua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Baghua
Where is Baghua located?
Baghua village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Baghua?
The Gram Panchayat of Baghua is Jadia.
What is the pincode of Baghua?
The pincode of Baghua is 756045.
What is the population of Baghua?
Baghua had a total population of 461, including 239 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Baghua?
Baghua had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baghua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baghua was 84.63%. Male literacy was 86.63% and female literacy was 82.56%.