Kashaba - Soro, Balasore
Kashaba 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. Sajanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kashaba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kashaba is 393990. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Kashaba 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 Kashaba
As per Census 2011, Kashaba village has a total population of 524 people, consisting of 265 males and 259 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 389 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kashaba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 524 | 265 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 27 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 213 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 52 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Kashaba
Kashaba 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ankula | South-East | 1.15 km |
| Keshpur | North | 1.24 km |
| Salampur | North-West | 1.64 km |
| Radhaballavpur | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Brahmapur | North | 1.76 km |
| Bedpur | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Kabirpur | South-East | 1.99 km |
| San-brahmapur | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Uchhabapur | East | 2.13 km |
| Talanagar | North-West | 2.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kashaba
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kashaba. The nearest railway station is Sabira, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.2 km.
| 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 Kashaba is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kashaba 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 Kashaba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kashaba 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kashaba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kashaba 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kashaba
Where is Kashaba located?
Kashaba village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kashaba?
The Gram Panchayat of Kashaba is Sajanpur.
What is the pincode of Kashaba?
The pincode of Kashaba is 756045.
What is the population of Kashaba?
Kashaba has a total population of 524, including 265 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Kashaba?
There are 115 households in Kashaba.
What is the literacy rate in Kashaba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kashaba is 74.24%. Male literacy is 80.38% and female literacy is 67.95%.