Saya - Tihidi, Bhadrak
Saya is a village situated in the Tihidi tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tihidi and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Bhadrak. Saya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saya is 395086. The village covers a total geographical area of 867 hectares and falls under the 756130 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Saya 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 Saya
As per Census 2011, Saya village has a total population of 4,441 people, consisting of 2,209 males and 2,232 females. The village has 887 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 491 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,403 literate and 1,038 illiterate residents. Additionally, 928 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,441 | 2,209 | 2,232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 491 | 252 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 928 | 466 | 462 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 3,403 | 1,805 | 1,598 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,038 | 404 | 634 |
Nearby Villages of Saya
Saya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Satibati | South | 2.04 km |
| Madhapur | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Birabarapur | East | 2.32 km |
| Padmapur | North | 2.43 km |
| Balichaturi | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Barunei | West | 2.73 km |
| Maharampur | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Doharasahi | South-East | 3.46 km |
| Sahara | North-West | 3.57 km |
| Dadhibamanpur | East | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saya
Saya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhadrakh, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Saya is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Saya is about 28 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 Saya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saya 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saya
Where is Saya located?
Saya village is located in Tihidi Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saya?
Saya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saya?
The pincode of Saya is 756130.
What is the population of Saya?
Saya has a total population of 4,441, including 2,209 males and 2,232 females.
How many households are there in Saya?
There are 887 households in Saya.
What is the literacy rate in Saya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saya is 76.63%. Male literacy is 81.71% and female literacy is 71.59%.