Ria - Gandia, Dhenkanal
Ria is a village situated in the Gandia tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from Nihalprasad and around 61 km from Dhenkanal. Letheka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ria is 402820. The village covers a total geographical area of 97 hectares and falls under the 759016 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Ria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhenkanal Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Ria
According to the 2011 Census, Ria village had a total population of 490 people, including 255 males and 235 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.45%, with male literacy at 97.18% and female literacy at 81.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 254.
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 | 490 | 255 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 42 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 136 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 373 | 207 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 48 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Ria
Ria 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 Ria
Public transport in the Ria is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jajapur to Ria is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Ria is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ria 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ria
Where is Ria located?
Ria village is located in Gandia Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ria?
The Gram Panchayat of Ria is Letheka.
What is the pincode of Ria?
The pincode of Ria is 759016.
What is the population of Ria?
Ria had a total population of 490, including 255 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Ria?
Ria had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ria was 89.45%. Male literacy was 97.18% and female literacy was 81.37%.