Ostia - Banki, Cuttack
Ostia is a village situated in the Banki tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banki and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Ostia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ostia is 398886. The village covers a total geographical area of 1297 hectares and falls under the 754029 pincode. Athagad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ostia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Banki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ostia
As per Census 2011, Ostia village has a total population of 910 people, consisting of 484 males and 426 females. The village has 216 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 747 literate and 163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ostia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 910 | 484 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 50 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 58 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 747 | 404 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 80 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Ostia
Ostia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bishnupur | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Anandapur | South | 2.16 km |
| Radhakesabpur | North | 2.33 km |
| Kadalibadi | West | 2.40 km |
| Gobindapur | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Haripriyapur | North | 2.90 km |
| Radhaprasanapur | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Mahidharpur | North-West | 3.27 km |
| Chakuleswar | South-East | 3.44 km |
| Radhadarsanpur | North-West | 3.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ostia
Ostia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghantikhal Nidhipur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Athagad to Ostia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Ostia is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ostia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ostia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ostia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ostia 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 Ostia
Where is Ostia located?
Ostia village is located in Banki Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ostia?
Ostia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ostia?
The pincode of Ostia is 754029.
What is the population of Ostia?
Ostia has a total population of 910, including 484 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Ostia?
There are 216 households in Ostia.
What is the literacy rate in Ostia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ostia is 82.09%. Male literacy is 83.47% and female literacy is 80.52%.