Ghasua - Soro, Balasore
Ghasua 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. Kedarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghasua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghasua is 393998. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ghasua 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 Ghasua
According to the 2011 Census, Ghasua village had a total population of 282 people, including 139 males and 143 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.73%, with male literacy at 89.31% and female literacy at 65.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 282 | 139 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 8 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 117 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 22 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Ghasua
Ghasua 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 Ghasua
Ghasua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ghasua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Ghasua is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Ghasua 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 Ghasua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghasua 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghasua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghasua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghasua
Where is Ghasua located?
Ghasua village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghasua?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghasua is Kedarpur.
What is the pincode of Ghasua?
The pincode of Ghasua is 756045.
What is the population of Ghasua?
Ghasua had a total population of 282, including 139 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Ghasua?
Ghasua had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghasua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghasua was 77.73%. Male literacy was 89.31% and female literacy was 65.60%.