Wada - Soro, Balasore
Wada is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Soro and around 40 km from Baleshwar. Natapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wada is 393711. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Wada 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 Wada
According to the 2011 Census, Wada village had a total population of 462 people, including 245 males and 217 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.78%, with male literacy at 96.77% and female literacy at 90.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 462 | 245 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 28 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 210 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 35 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Wada
Wada 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 Wada
Wada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Wada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Wada is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Wada is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wada 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 Wada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wada 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Wada
Where is Wada located?
Wada village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Wada?
The Gram Panchayat of Wada is Natapada.
What is the pincode of Wada?
The pincode of Wada is 756045.
What is the population of Wada?
Wada had a total population of 462, including 245 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Wada?
Wada had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wada was 93.78%. Male literacy was 96.77% and female literacy was 90.55%.