Sabira - Soro, Balasore
Sabira 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. Sabira village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sabira is 393773. The village covers a total geographical area of 705 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sabira 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 Sabira
According to the 2011 Census, Sabira village had a total population of 3,730 people, including 1,949 males and 1,781 females, living in 910 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.19%, with male literacy at 88.30% and female literacy at 73.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,301, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 284.
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 | 3,730 | 1,949 | 1,781 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 481 | 257 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,301 | 671 | 630 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 284 | 158 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 2,638 | 1,494 | 1,144 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,092 | 455 | 637 |
Nearby Villages of Sabira
Sabira 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purunapalasa | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Agiria | North | 1.82 km |
| Dandapalasa | West | 1.92 km |
| Habeligandatira | East | 2.05 km |
| Sunari | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Chandatikiri | North | 2.35 km |
| Gopalpur | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Bainandamangarajpur | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Bansikharji | North | 2.63 km |
| Patuli | South | 2.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sabira
Sabira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sabira, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Sabira is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Sabira 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 Sabira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sabira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sabira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sabira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sabira
Where is Sabira located?
Sabira village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sabira?
Sabira is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sabira?
The pincode of Sabira is 756045.
What is the population of Sabira?
Sabira had a total population of 3,730, including 1,949 males and 1,781 females.
How many households are there in Sabira?
Sabira had 910 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sabira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sabira was 81.19%. Male literacy was 88.30% and female literacy was 73.47%.