Indiria - Tihidi, Bhadrak
Indiria is a village situated in the Tihidi tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tihidi and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Bhadrak. Sindol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Indiria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Indiria is 395178. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 756130 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Indiria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basudevpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Indiria
According to the 2011 Census, Indiria village had a total population of 1,603 people, including 810 males and 793 females, living in 341 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.06%, with male literacy at 78.79% and female literacy at 67.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 1,603 | 810 | 793 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 98 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,017 | 561 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 586 | 249 | 337 |
Nearby Villages of Indiria
Indiria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sindol | North-West | 1.16 km |
| Santhapura | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Aruhan | North | 1.58 km |
| Satiuti | South | 1.74 km |
| Chandrakatbindha | South | 1.97 km |
| Amarpur | West | 2.18 km |
| Kamaria | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Malpur | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Daulatapur | East | 2.59 km |
| Sadarbalia | South-West | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Indiria
Public transport in the Indiria is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhadrakh, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Indiria is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Indiria is about 27 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 Indiria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Indiria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Indiria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Indiria 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Indiria
Where is Indiria located?
Indiria village is located in Tihidi Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Indiria?
The Gram Panchayat of Indiria is Sindol.
What is the pincode of Indiria?
The pincode of Indiria is 756130.
What is the population of Indiria?
Indiria had a total population of 1,603, including 810 males and 793 females.
How many households are there in Indiria?
Indiria had 341 households.
What is the literacy rate in Indiria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Indiria was 73.06%. Male literacy was 78.79% and female literacy was 67.06%.